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Las Cruces woman pleads guilty to cyberstalking co-workers through clinic scheduling platform
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Las Cruces woman pleaded guilty to threatening her co-workers using an online health clinic scheduling platform, the U.S. Attorney's Office District of New Mexico said Thursday.
Thirty-three-year-old Jovanni Celeste Ortega anonymously sent harassing and threatening...
Key takeaway Attorney's Office District of New Mexico said Thursday.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The guilty plea of Jovanni Celeste Ortega brings attention to the growing concern of cyberstalking in the El Paso area, particularly in the workplace. This case highlights the ease with which individuals can use online platforms to harass and threaten others, even in a professional setting. The fact that Ortega used a clinic's scheduling platform to send threatening messages to her co-workers raises questions about the security and monitoring of such systems. As the El Paso community continues to rely on online services for various aspects of daily life, including healthcare, it is crucial for local businesses and organizations to prioritize cybersecurity and implement measures to protect employees and clients from potential threats. The sentencing of Ortega will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for similar cases in the region and serve as a deterrent for those who engage in cyberstalking and online harassment.
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Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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What is this story about? LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A Las Cruces woman pleaded guilty to threatening her co-workers using an online health clinic scheduling platform, the U.S. Attorney's Office District of New Mexico said Thursday.
Thirty-three-year-old Jovanni Celeste Ortega anonymously sent harassing and threatening...
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