Rafael Ojeda-Acosta/Cuba/Rape, Sexual Assault, Burglary

ICE New Orleans deported Rafael Ojeda-Acosta, a citizen of Cuba and an illegal alien who had been residing in the United States, following extensive enforcement actions targeting individuals convicted of violent and sexual offenses. Ojeda-Acosta, 47, was removed to Cuba after serving time in U.S. custody due to a series of serious criminal convictions that marked him as a significant threat to public safety.

Ojeda-Acosta’s criminal history is both violent and extensive. Among his most severe offenses is a conviction for rape with a weapon, a heinous crime involving the use of force and threats to commit sexual violence against a victim. Court documents reveal that this attack involved intimidation and physical harm, leaving lasting trauma for the victim. He was also convicted of sexual assault through sodomy using strongarm tactics against a woman, further underscoring his predatory behavior and disregard for human dignity.

In addition to his sexual offenses, Ojeda-Acosta was convicted of escape from custody, indicating his willingness to defy law enforcement and judicial orders in an attempt to evade accountability. His criminal record also includes convictions for burglary, trespassing, and larceny, demonstrating a broader pattern of unlawful conduct ranging from property crimes to violent acts.

Prior to his deportation, Ojeda-Acosta had no legal basis to remain in the United States, given his felony convictions and immigration violations. ICE officers coordinated his removal without incident, confirming his identity and securing travel arrangements to ensure his return to Cuba. He is now barred from legally re-entering the United States due to his serious criminal history and multiple immigration violations.