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.
Key Points
- Elvis Hernandez-Pernalete, a Venezuelan migrant, arrested for sexually assaulting women at UIC campus
- Charged with criminal sexual abuse, aggravated battery, robbery, and attempted robbery
- Accused of stealing from a retail store in the area
- Significant increase in arrests of Venezuelans in Chicago since 2021