Illegal Alien Accused of Killing Washington State Trooper

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
A judge in Washington state cut bail by 90% for an illegal alien accused of killing a Washington State Trooper. The suspect, Raul Benitez Santana from Mexico, had multiple run-ins with the law, including prior arrests for driving without a license, having marijuana, and domestic violence. Despite being an illegal alien, he was not turned over to ICE due to sanctuary policies. The judge lowered his bail from $1 million to $100,000.

Key Points

  • Raul Benitez Santana, an illegal alien, is accused of killing Washington State Trooper Christopher Gadd in a vehicular homicide
  • Santana had prior run-ins with the law, including driving without a license and domestic violence
  • Despite being an illegal alien, Santana was not turned over to ICE due to sanctuary policies in Snohomish County and Washington state
  • Judge Richard Okrent lowered Santana's bail from $1 million to $100,000, sparking controversy

Pros

  • Increased awareness of sanctuary policies and their impact on law enforcement

Cons

  • Tragic loss of life of Washington State Trooper Christopher Gadd
  • Questionable decision by the judge to lower the bail significantly