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Former Des Moines superintendent Ian Roberts, an undocumented immigrant, was arrested for guns and fraud, sparking lawsuits over hiring vetting failures.
Ian Roberts, former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, was arrested in September 2025 by ICE after a traffic stop revealed he was an undocumented immigrant in possession of firearms, including one in a district-issued Jeep.
Federal officials disclosed a criminal history including drug and weapons charges, a 2024 removal order, and prior deportations.
Roberts, a Guyanese immigrant, had falsely claimed U.S. citizenship and a doctorate during hiring, though his credentials were not thoroughly verified.
Des Moines Public Schools has sued the consulting firm JG Consulting for inadequate background checks, while the Millcreek Township School District in Pennsylvania is pursuing legal action against Roberts and his hiring firm, Ray & Associates, over similar concerns.
The cases have sparked national scrutiny over vetting practices and oversight in public education leadership.
El ex superintendente de Des Moines Ian Roberts, un inmigrante indocumentado, fue arrestado por armas y fraude, lo que provocó demandas por fallas en las evaluaciones de contratación.