Kristi Noem's purse, containing $3,000 in cash and her DHS access card, was stolen by an illegal migrant who was arrested in New York City weeks earlier. The suspect made fraudulent purchases using credit cards obtained from victims.
Key Points
Illegal migrant arrested in New York City for previous theft
Made fraudulent purchases using stolen credit cards
Caught on camera spending money after the theft
Pros
Quick apprehension of the suspect
Charges filed by the U.S. Secret Service
Cons
Sanctuary city laws prevented communication with federal immigration officials