Two men arrested for allegedly trying to lure children into a van were released by a judge under the impression that the SAFE-T Act prevented detention. The suspects were charged with child luring and attempted child abduction but were released with ankle monitoring despite protests from lawmakers.
Key Points
Two men arrested for trying to lure children into a van in Cicero, Chicago
Suspects released due to misunderstanding of the SAFE-T Act by the judge
Lawmakers criticized the decision and stated that attempted child abduction should lead to detention
Pros
Law enforcement acted quickly to detain the suspects
Lawmakers expressed concerns about the misinterpretation of the SAFE-T Act
Cons
Judge released the suspects under the impression that the SAFE-T Act prevented detention
Two suspects were charged with child luring and attempted child abduction