ICE Arrests Child Predators, Rapists, and Domestic Abusers

DHS Press Releases

Filed March 24th, 2026

Detected March 25th, 2026

Summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of multiple individuals described as illegal aliens convicted of serious crimes, including child sexual abuse, rape, and domestic abuse. The press release highlights that nearly 70% of those arrested have criminal convictions or pending charges in the U.S.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), under the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), has announced a recent enforcement operation resulting in the arrest of numerous individuals identified as illegal aliens with criminal convictions for severe offenses such as child sexual abuse, rape, and domestic violence. The operation, detailed in a press release dated March 24, 2026, emphasizes that a significant majority of those arrested possess prior criminal records or face ongoing charges within the United States. Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis stated that criminal illegal aliens are not welcome and will be arrested, deported, and barred from re-entry.

This announcement serves as a strong signal of the administration's enforcement priorities regarding immigration and public safety. Compliance officers in sectors dealing with immigration, particularly those employing or interacting with foreign nationals, should be aware of the heightened enforcement activities. While this is an enforcement action and not a new regulation, it underscores the importance of verifying immigration status and adhering strictly to all immigration laws and reporting requirements to avoid potential scrutiny or association with individuals targeted in such operations.

What to do next

Review internal policies regarding verification of immigration status for employees and individuals interacting with the organization.
Ensure all reporting obligations related to immigration and criminal activity are met promptly and accurately.
Stay informed on evolving immigration enforcement priorities and directives from DHS and ICE.

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ICE Arrests Child Predators, Rapists, and Domestic Abusers to Keep America Safe

ICE Arrests Child Predators, Rapists, and Domestic Abusers to Keep America Safe

Release Date: March 24, 2026
Nearly 70% of illegal aliens ICE arrested across the country have criminal convictions or pending criminal charges in the U.S. alone

WASHINGTON –– U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested more criminal illegal aliens across the country convicted of heinous crimes including sexual abuse of a child, rape, and assault of a family member.

“Yesterday, the heroic men and women of ICE arrested *multiple child predators, rapists, **domestic abusers, and other heinous criminals,”* said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis. **“Under President Trump and Secretary Mullin, criminal illegal aliens are not welcome in the United States.* If you come to our country illegally and break our laws, we will arrest you, deport you, and you will never return.”*

Yesterday’s arrests include:

Oscar Edgardo Rogel-Gomez, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador, convicted for sexual abuse of a child in St. George, Utah.

Alcides Ordonez-Cruz, a criminal illegal alien from Honduras, convicted for third-degree gross sexual imposition and endangering children in Van Wert County, Ohio.

Jose Gonzalez-Diaz, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador, convicted for rape in Riverhead, New York.

Jose Vazquez-Cardoza, a criminal illegal alien from El Salvador, convicted for rape in Riverhead, New York.