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Chicago Loyola slaying ties to suspect’s prior illegal entry, fueling immigration debate
crime19 days ago

Chicago Loyola slaying ties to suspect’s prior illegal entry, fueling immigration debate

A Chicago man, 25-year-old Jose Medina from Venezuela, is jailed on suspicion of murder for the fatal shooting of Loyola University Chicago student Sheridan Gorman, 18, near Tobey Prinz Beach Park. Medina had previously been apprehended by U.S. Border Patrol and released into the United States, and was released again after a 2023 shoplifting arrest. DHS officials have framed the case within ongoing immigration policy debates, while Gorman’s family criticized policy failures; it wasn’t immediately clear whether Medina has legal representation yet.

via NBC News|
#crime#illegal-entry#immigration-policy
Controversy Over Immigration Status of Truck Driver in Florida Crash
world7 months ago

Controversy Over Immigration Status of Truck Driver in Florida Crash

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security reported that a truck driver involved in a fatal Florida crash was in the country illegally, having entered from Mexico in 2018 and holding a commercial license issued in California, sparking political debates over immigration policies. The driver faces charges of vehicular homicide and immigration violations, with federal authorities seeking custody transfer after the criminal case concludes.

via ABC News|
#driver-license#florida-crash#illegal-entry
Two NYPD Officers Shot in Queens, Suspect in Custody
crime1 year ago

Two NYPD Officers Shot in Queens, Suspect in Custody

Two NYPD officers were shot in Queens by 19-year-old Venezuelan migrant Bernardo Castro Mata, who entered the US illegally last year. The officers were investigating a robbery pattern when they encountered Mata, who fired at them with an illegal pistol. Both officers were treated and released from the hospital, while Mata, who was also injured, faces charges including attempted murder of a police officer. The incident has sparked criticism over the handling of migrants and public safety.

via New York Post |
#crime#illegal-entry#migrant
"Venezuelan 'Migrant Influencer' Complains of Persecution from Jail"
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Venezuelan 'Migrant Influencer' Complains of Persecution from Jail"

Leonel Moreno, a Venezuelan "migrant influencer" who encouraged squatting in the U.S., is now complaining from jail about being a victim of persecution and missing his freedom. He was arrested in Ohio after failing to appear for required check-ins and may be facing federal firearm charges. Moreno's inflammatory TikTok videos, in which he bragged about not having to work and encouraged squatting, led to his account being banned. He insists that the person on his social media posts was just a "character" and shouldn’t be conflated with his normal self.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#crime-and-justice#illegal-entry#influencer
"Iowa Criminalizes Illegal Reentry and Public Assistance for Non-Citizens"
politics2 years ago

"Iowa Criminalizes Illegal Reentry and Public Assistance for Non-Citizens"

The Iowa house has approved a bill to make "illegal entry" into the state a crime, similar to a Texas law recently allowed by the U.S. Supreme Court. The bill, supported by Governor Kim Reynolds, aims to address concerns about border security and potential threats posed by illegal entry. Critics, including Democrats, question the legislature's role in addressing illegal immigration and advocate for a more compassionate and effective approach. The bill includes exceptions for certain locations such as schools, religious institutions, and healthcare facilities.

via KTIV Siouxland's News Channel|
#illegal-entry#immigration#iowa
"Pierce Brosnan's Yellowstone Off-Trail Hiking Plea"
entertainment2 years ago

"Pierce Brosnan's Yellowstone Off-Trail Hiking Plea"

Pierce Brosnan pleads not guilty to charges of illegally entering Yellowstone National Park's thermal area, where temperatures in acidic hot springs can reach near boiling, and wandering into a restricted area. The former James Bond star was granted a virtual hearing for the 1 November incident, and faces potential jail time and fines for the alleged infractions.

via BBC.com|
#entertainment#illegal-entry#pierce-brosnan
Border agents under fire after 4-year-old boy dropped over barrier in San Diego.
crime2 years ago

Border agents under fire after 4-year-old boy dropped over barrier in San Diego.

A 4-year-old boy was dropped over a border barrier in San Diego by someone entering the US illegally. First responders who helped the injured child came under fire. The boy did not suffer serious injuries. A binational investigation is underway to identify the suspects. US Border Patrol Chief Raul L. Ortiz warned against trusting smugglers and urged migrants to use legal pathways to enter the country. 90% of recent migrants who entered illegally have been deported.

via Yahoo News|
#child-endangerment#crime#illegal-entry