Federal agents take custody of suspect with pending rape and assault counts
Newark, NJ – He was released by a judge after being charged with multiple heinous crimes, against a child. Now, he is off the streets thanks to federal agents removed the risk he posed to residents of New Jersey.
Federal immigration authorities arrested a man in New Jersey earlier this month who is facing multiple pending charges, including rape and sexual offenses involving a minor, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Newark officers took Modesto Anacleto Ramirez into custody on March 15. Officials said Ramirez, a Mexican national, had previously been removed from the United States and was again present in the country at the time of his arrest.
Authorities confirmed Ramirez is currently facing a series of pending criminal charges. These include three counts of rape, as well as allegations of sexual conduct against a child, criminal sexual acts, sexual abuse, sexual misconduct, assault, and child endangerment.
Charges span multiple alleged offenses involving a minor
The list of charges also includes two counts of driving without a license, according to federal authorities. ICE did not release additional details about the timeline of the alleged offenses or where the incidents occurred.
Officials have not publicly identified a court date or provided further case specifics. The charges remain allegations, and Ramirez has not been convicted.
Key Points
- ICE Newark arrested Modesto Anacleto Ramirez on March 15
- Suspect faces multiple pending charges, including rape and child-related sex offenses
- Officials say he had previously been removed from the U.S. before his arrest
Federal custody and legal proceedings ahead
ICE said Ramirez is being held pending further immigration and legal proceedings. It remains unclear whether he will face prosecution in state or federal court first before any potential immigration action.
Authorities have not released additional statements regarding the status of the case or potential next steps in court.