Ernesto Martinez/Mexico/Assault, 6x Reckless Endangerment with a Weapon, 4x Forgery

Ernesto Martinez, a citizen of Mexico and an illegal alien, was arrested by ICE New Orleans following a review of his extensive criminal record that includes multiple violent and fraudulent offenses. Martinez has been charged with assault, six counts of reckless endangerment with a weapon, and three counts of assault involving proactive conduct—demonstrating a consistent pattern of aggressive and dangerous behavior. His record also includes four counts of forgery, three separate offenses for driving without a valid license, and a charge of wanton endangerment.

Reckless endangerment with a weapon and wanton endangerment represent serious threats to public safety, involving behavior that creates a substantial risk of death or serious injury to others. Martinez’s willingness to repeatedly engage in such conduct, coupled with a history of document-related fraud and disregard for driving laws, highlights his disregard for the law and the safety of the community.

ICE officers arrested Martinez without incident, and he is now in ICE custody awaiting removal proceedings. His case has been prioritized due to the volume and nature of his offenses. The agency’s action ensures Martinez will no longer be able to continue these patterns of criminal activity in the United States.