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    Date of Correction: October 14, 2025

    Original Article: Des Moines Superintendent Arrested by ICE

    In our previous article, we reported that Ian Roberts, former superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Since then, additional details have emerged, which we could not access at the time. Specifically, Roberts was living in the U.S. illegally and falsified his educational credentials. Therefore, we updated the article to reflect these verified facts.

    Immigration Status

    Roberts entered the United States on a student visa in 1999. Later, in May 2024, an immigration judge issued a final order of removal. This critical information was unavailable during our original reporting. As a result, the article now accurately states his legal status.

    Educational Credentials

    Investigators discovered that Roberts misrepresented his academic background. For example, he claimed degrees from MIT and George Washington University. However, both universities confirmed he did not attend. Additionally, his employment verification forms included false information. Consequently, we updated the article to provide accurate, verified details.

    Criminal History

    Roberts has an extensive criminal record, including arrests for narcotics and firearms possession. Furthermore, during his ICE arrest, authorities found a loaded handgun, a fixed-blade hunting knife, and approximately $3,000 in cash. These facts offer additional context for readers and clarify the situation.

    Actions Taken

    • We immediately updated the original article with all verified information.
    • Corrections are clearly noted within the article text.
    • Readers can consult the following primary sources to verify the information:

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    We regret any confusion caused by the initial reporting and are committed to providing accurate and timely information.