Undocumented immigrant accused of impersonating police officer; 3 others arrested

Four undocumented immigrants were taken into custody in Leake County Thursday, one of whom is accused of impersonating a law enforcement officer.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducted the operation along with the Leake County Sheriff's Department at a location outside of Carthage, according to media reports.

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Manuel Cadenas-Pardo, 24, faces felony charges. Authorities said he was driving a dark gray Dodge Charger with a blue light, a siren and a dash camera. He also had a badge, a gun belt and a shirt with "POLICE" on it. He has been deported three times. Juan A. Custodio, 19, was riding with Cadenas-Pardo.

Laura Pardo Palma, 49, lived with Cadenas-Pardo and was in possession of a handgun, authorities said, and Elvia Ledezma Gonzalez, 38, had an assault-style rifle in her vehicle. Both women face felony charges.

All four individuals are in federal custody.