ICE Arrests 18th Street Gang Fugitive On El Salvador ‘Most Wanted’ List; DHS Cites 70% Criminal Arrests

DHS says ICE arrested Antonio Israel Lazo-Quintanilla, a confirmed 18th Street gang member on El Salvador’s most-wanted list, wanted there for aggravated homicide, extortion and other felonies; his only U.S. offense was driving without a license. DHS frames the case to argue most ICE arrests target offenders, citing its “70%” criminal-arrest statistic and rebutting media claims that migrants are non-criminals. The release underscores a recurring messaging push highlighting foreign-wanted fugitives and gang ties. Note: 18th Street’s recent designation appears consistent with a State Department action; the “70%” stat merits context-checking.