A Providence resident, Alfredo Nufio Marroquin, 39, has been charged with forcibly resisting and impeding federal officers as well as damaging government property. The announcement was made by United States Attorney Charles C. Calenda.
Marroquin appeared in federal court for the first time on February 10, 2026. Charging documents state that on January 22, 2026, agents and task force officers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement attempted to stop Marroquin’s vehicle. He is alleged to be unlawfully present in the United States. When approached by agents, Marroquin allegedly did not comply and fled in his vehicle. Officers pursued him and tried a second stop; at that point, Marroquin allegedly reversed his vehicle into a law enforcement car, causing damage. He then reportedly turned sharply toward officers before fleeing again.
“Federal criminal charges are merely an accusation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty,” according to the statement.
Assistant United States Attorney Julianne Klein is prosecuting the case. The investigation was conducted by Immigration and Customs Enforcement along with Homeland Security Investigations.
This prosecution falls under Operation Take Back America, a nationwide effort by the Department of Justice aimed at addressing illegal immigration, dismantling cartels and transnational criminal organizations, and protecting communities from violent crime perpetrators.
