Convicted sex offender arrested in San Francisco after fleeing Nevada

Jonas Ortiz was wanted for parole violation after absconding from supervision last year

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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A convicted sex offender who had fled to San Francisco is now back in custody in Nevada. Jonas Ortiz was arrested on November 13, 2025 by US Marshals after he had absconded from parole supervision in Nevada in May of the previous year. Ortiz was convicted in 1990 of sexual assault of a minor and first-degree kidnapping, and was sentenced to 60 months to life in prison.

Why it matters

The case highlights the challenges of monitoring and apprehending convicted sex offenders who violate parole and attempt to evade authorities by fleeing to other jurisdictions. It also raises concerns about public safety when dangerous criminals are able to abscond from supervision.

The details

Ortiz was wanted in Nevada for a parole violation after he absconded from supervision in May 2025. He was arrested by US Marshals in San Francisco on November 13, 2025 and extradited back to Nevada on Monday, where he is now in custody at the Washoe County Jail.

  • Ortiz was convicted in March 1990 of sexual assault of a minor and first-degree kidnapping.
  • Ortiz absconded from parole supervision in Nevada in May 2025.
  • Ortiz was arrested by US Marshals in San Francisco on November 13, 2025.
  • Ortiz was extradited back to Nevada on Monday.

The players

Jonas Ortiz

A convicted sex offender who fled to San Francisco after absconding from parole supervision in Nevada.

US Marshals

The federal law enforcement agency that arrested Ortiz in San Francisco.

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What’s next

Ortiz will remain in custody at the Washoe County Jail in Nevada as he faces charges related to the parole violation.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of effective monitoring and apprehension of convicted sex offenders who violate parole, in order to protect public safety and ensure these individuals are held accountable for their crimes.