Ian Roberts, the superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, has been arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Officials report that Roberts, a former principal with a notable background as an Olympian, has been living and working in the United States illegally. At the time of his arrest, he was reportedly found in possession of a loaded handgun and has existing weapons charges against him. The arrest has sparked significant public reaction, with protests erupting in support of Roberts. Local leaders and the school district have expressed shock at the circumstances surrounding his detention, as calls for his release grow louder.