Eight Arrested, Accused of Drug, Gun Conspiracy and Illegal Re-Entry Charges in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation
Authorities indicted eight individuals on charges from drug distribution to illegal firearm transactions, highlighting ongoing efforts to dismantle organized crime networks.
Robert Patrick, U.S. Attorney's Office Communications
Apr 29, 2026 3:05 PM
ST. LOUIS – Eight people, including six who entered the country illegally, were arrested Wednesday on charges including trafficking in firearms and cocaine.The eight are:Ivan Said Henriquez-Corea, 34, of St. Louis.Jose Edwardo Maldonado-Vargas, 21, a.k.a. Oscar Rodriguez-Lopez, of St. Louis County.Manuel DeJesus Hernandez-Maldonado, 47, of St. Louis.Heber Marcelino Figueroa-Bardales, 27, of St. Louis.Edgar Cruz-Ramirez, 36, of St. Louis County.Thomas Allen Hull, 37, of Eureka.Maria Amabil ...
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