Arrest of Venezuelan Migrant for Sexual Assault in Chicago

Venezuelan migrant arrested and charged with sexually assaulting multiple women on the campus of the University of Illinois Chicago. The suspect, Elvis Hernandez-Pernalete, faces charges of criminal sexual abuse, aggravated battery, robbery, and attempted robbery. He is also accused of stealing from a retail store. Officials noted a significant increase in arrests of Venezuelans in Chicago since 2021.

Home Squatting in the United States

Venezuelan migrant advises exploiting progressive home squatter laws in the US to occupy homes, causing concerns among homeowners and leading to calls for more aggressive anti-squatter laws.

Illegal Immigration and Crime in the US

Venezuelan migrant illegally crossed into the US, was released by Biden administration, later arrested for murder of Georgia nursing student. Sanctuary city policies in New York prevented cooperation with ICE ERO officers.