Diego Andres Ortega Pesquera/Guatemala/Possession of Child Pornography

Diego Andres Ortega Pesquera, a citizen of Guatemala and an illegal alien in the United States, was arrested by ICE New Orleans officers as part of operations targeting dangerous individuals whose presence threatens public safety. Ortega Pesquera’s arrest underscores the severe risks posed by individuals with criminal histories involving sexual exploitation and drug-related offenses.

Ortega Pesquera has been arrested for possession of child pornography, a deeply serious crime that victimizes the most vulnerable members of society and is often associated with broader networks of exploitation and abuse. Such offenses reflect not only moral depravity but also an ongoing danger to children in communities where offenders remain at large. Law enforcement agencies treat these crimes with the highest priority, given their devastating consequences for victims and families.

In addition to his offenses related to child sexual exploitation, Ortega Pesquera has been arrested for crimes involving dangerous drugs. Drug-related offenses, particularly those involving trafficking or possession with intent to distribute, can fuel broader criminal activity, including violence and exploitation, further endangering local communities.

Following his arrest, Ortega Pesquera was placed into ICE custody, where he remains pending removal proceedings. His case has been flagged for heightened attention due to the nature of his criminal charges and the potential ongoing risk he poses. Federal authorities are determined to ensure individuals like Ortega Pesquera are not allowed to remain in the United States, where they could continue to commit serious crimes.