Jackson County, FL — A previously deported individual was taken into federal custody Tuesday afternoon after appearing for a scheduled court hearing at the Jackson County Courthouse.
According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Osman Nahn Ferrera Ortiz was arrested shortly after 1:00 p.m. as part of a coordinated operation involving deputies and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Authorities said Ferrera Ortiz was detained upon arrival at the courthouse for a felony court appearance.
Sheriff’s officials confirmed that federal agents took Ferrera Ortiz into custody without incident following the hearing. No injuries or disturbances were reported during the arrest, and courthouse operations were not disrupted.
Records reviewed by authorities indicate Ferrera Ortiz had previously been deported from the United States. According to law enforcement, his documented criminal history includes felony-level offenses related to drugs and human trafficking. Officials did not release additional details about the pending felony charge that brought him to court Tuesday.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office stated the arrest reflects ongoing collaboration with state and federal agencies aimed at enforcing the law and maintaining public safety throughout the county.
The courthouse arrest occurred in Marianna, the county seat of Jackson County, located in Florida’s Panhandle region near the Alabama border. Officials emphasized that coordinated operations such as this are planned carefully to ensure safety for court staff, the public, and law enforcement personnel.
No further information has been released regarding potential removal proceedings or additional charges at the federal level.
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