ICE Baltimore arrests Uzbekistani man convicted of sex offense in Maryland

BALTIMORE — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement apprehended an Uzbekistani native convicted of fourth-degree sex offense when officers arrested Islom Gaziev, 65, Feb. 4, in Owings Mills, Maryland.

“Every arrest like this means one less predator on our streets today and one less potential victim tomorrow,” said ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Baltimore acting Field Office Director Matthew Elliston. “Our top priority is public safety, and this arrest is yet another example of our commitment to protecting the residents of Maryland. We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that those who pose a threat to our communities are held accountable.”

Gaziev lawfully entered the United States through John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York, Oct. 20, 2015, and later violated the terms of his lawful admission.

The Westminster Police Department in Westminster, Maryland, arrested and charged Gaziev with fourth-degree sex offense Aug. 20, 2024. The Carroll County Circuit Court convicted Gaziev of fourth-degree sex offense Dec. 13, 2024, and sentenced him to three years supervised probation.

ICE served Gaziev a notice to appear before a Department of Justice immigration judge following his arrest, and he remains in ICE custody.

Members of the public can report crimes and suspicious activity by dialing 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form.

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