by JAMEL VALENCIA | The National News Desk

Thu, March 27th 2025 at 5:21 AM

Updated Thu, March 27th 2025 at 5:22 AM

MS-13 arrest made inWoodbridge, Virginia on Thursday, March 27, 2025. (US Attorney Bondi)

MANASSAS, Va. (TNND) — A major leader of MS-13 leader was arrested, according to President Donald Trump.

The suspect’s arrest took place Thursday in Woodbridge, Virginia.

Attorney General Pam Bondi described the operation as “successful.”

“I’m proud to announce that early this morning our brave law enforcement officers conducted a successful operation that captured a top MS-13 national leader. DOJ will not rest until we make America safe again,” Bondi wrote on X.

The suspect is reportedly a 24-year-old from El Salvador.

Fox News reported that the joint operation included the FBI, Prince William County Police Department, ATF, ICE, and the Virginia State Police.

The name of the suspect remains unknown at this time.

Authorities are expected to release more information during a news conference Thursday morning.

Trump credited his Border Czar for Thursday’s arrest. “Tom HOMAN is a superstar,” Trump’s post read.