ICE Newark has announced the arrest of Jorge German Aglony, a 66-year-old Chilean national with previous convictions for elder abuse, child pornography, theft, hit-and-run, and driving under the influence (DUI).
According to ICE Newark’s official press release, enforcement and removal officers took Aglony into custody on September 26, 2025. This action was part of ICE’s “Worst of the Worst” initiative targeting high-risk criminal noncitizens. Aglony’s documented criminal record includes elder abuse, receipt and possession of child pornography, petty theft, and hit-and-run resulting in property damage. ICE officials said that the arrest underscores their commitment to removing repeat offenders who pose a threat to community safety.
The Department of Homeland Security’s Immigration Enforcement Report indicates that ICE Newark’s “Worst of the Worst” operations prioritize arrests of foreign nationals with serious or violent criminal convictions. The report shows that in fiscal year 2025, ICE Newark conducted over 1,200 targeted enforcement actions, with more than 72% involving individuals with felony convictions. Officials noted that Aglony’s history of child exploitation and elder abuse made him a priority target under this operation.
The Record/NorthJersey.com reports that ICE Newark’s enforcement teams regularly collaborate with local police departments and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) to identify and locate fugitives with outstanding criminal records. Aglony’s criminal history in multiple jurisdictions, including California and New Jersey, was verified through the National Crime Information Center database prior to his arrest. The article highlights that similar ICE-led initiatives have resulted in hundreds of removals of repeat criminal offenders.
According to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement official website, ICE Newark operates under the agency’s Enforcement and Removal Operations division. This division is responsible for identifying, arresting, and removing individuals who pose threats to public safety and violate immigration law. The Newark field office covers New Jersey and collaborates with local, state, and federal partners to prioritize high-risk criminal aliens for detention and deportation.
