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Eduardo Perez-Calderon, a 34-year-old Mexican national, pleaded guilty to falsely claiming US citizenship in an employment application in Lafayette, Louisiana. On January 5, 2026, Perez-Calderon submitted a USCIS Form I-9, falsely selecting the option that indicated he was a US citizen and providing a false Social Security number. The investigation, which began on March 26, 2026, revealed that Perez-Calderon deliberately made these misrepresentations with the intent to disobey the law. The incident occurred in Morgan City, where Perez-Calderon was seeking employment.
Perez-Calderon faces up to 3 years in federal prison for the charge and is also potentially subject to removal proceedings. The case was investigated by ICE and the Morgan City Police Department, and is being prosecuted by Assistant US Attorney Craig R. Bordelon.
The prosecution is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative aimed at combating illegal immigration and transnational crime. The initiative streamlines efforts and resources from the Department of Justice and coordinates with state and local law enforcement.
The guilty plea was announced by US Attorney Zachary A. Keller for the Western District of Louisiana. The case highlights the ongoing efforts to combat immigration-related crimes in the region.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Defendant: Louisiana
- Location: LA
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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