U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), working with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives, arrested a Brazilian national in Fall River on April 8. Cristiano Schneider Capdevila Croxato was taken into custody during a traffic stop. The 47-year-old has been living in the United States illegally and has a history of criminal activity.
Schneider’s criminal record includes a conviction for assault and battery on a family or household member from November 19, 2024. Patricia H. Hyde, ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations acting Field Office Director, commented on his case: “Mr. Schneider violated the terms of his lawful admission to the United States, and since then, he’s apparently committed a laundry list of crimes that put Massachusetts residents at risk.” She added that “Boston isn’t a place for serial criminals to hide,” emphasizing ICE’s commitment to community safety by apprehending individuals who pose threats.
Since entering the U.S. in November 2018, Schneider has faced multiple charges: violating an abuse prevention order on March 29, 2024; receiving a stolen motor vehicle on May 20, 2024; indecent assault and battery on a person aged 14 or over twice — first occurring also on May 20 and later with two counts on July 12 of the same year.
Currently under an open restraining order with another closed one previously issued against him, Schneider is serving probation until November 18, 2025. He will remain in ICE custody awaiting removal from the country.
ICE encourages reporting crimes or suspicious activities through their hotline at 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or via their online tip form. Updates about ICE’s operations in New England can be found at @EROBoston on X.
