(Des Moines, IA ) — Former Des Moines Public Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts has been sentenced to 24 months in federal prison. Roberts was arrested by ICE in September and later resigned. He pleaded guilty to lying about his immigration status when applying for the job, and being an illegal immigrant in possession of a firearm. Roberts will receive credit for time served. He will be deported to his native Guyana following his sentence.
Former DMPS Superintendent Sentenced To 24 Months In Prison
May 29, 2026 | 2:22 PM
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