RALEIGH, N.C. – On August 25, a federal grand jury indicted Miguel Angel Olivera‑Borda, 38, a Peruvian national illegally present in the United States, after reviewing evidence presented by federal prosecutors. The indictment alleges that Olivera‑Borda knowingly made false statements in his application to become a lawful permanent resident of the United States, a process that requires applicants to provide accurate information about their personal history and marital status. Prosecutors further allege that Olivera‑Borda falsely claimed in 2026 that he continued to reside with his United States citizen wife, even though the couple allegedly separated in 2020 and never re‑established a bona fide marital relationship.If convicted, Olivera-Borda faces a maximum penalty of up to 20 years in prison. Ellis Boyle, U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of North Carolina, made the announcement. Homeland Security Investigations is investigating the case.A copy of this press release is located on our website. Related court documents and information are located on the website of the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of North Carolina or on PACER by searching for Case No. 5:26-CR-169-FL-BM.An indictment is merely an accusation. The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Source: U.S. Department of Justice