Arrest of Criminal Alien Gang Member in Maryland

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
ICE agents arrested a known criminal alien gang member in Hyattsville, Maryland, who had been shielded from arrest by local authorities. The criminal had a history of possession of a loaded handgun and narcotics with intent to distribute, and had no legal immigration status in the U.S.

Key Points

  • Known gang member convicted of possession of a loaded handgun and narcotics with intent to distribute
  • Released by local authorities despite ICE detainer
  • Final order of removal issued for the criminal

Pros

  • ICE successfully arrested a known criminal alien gang member
  • Efforts to enforce immigration laws and remove dangerous individuals from the country

Cons

  • Local authorities in Maryland had previously shielded the criminal from ICE arrest
  • Sanctuary policies in Maryland that release criminal illegal aliens back into the community