Fatal Car Crash Involving Illegal Alien in Virginia
An illegal alien, ordered deported from the United States years ago, is accused of killing a 19-year-old college student in a car crash. The accused, Elvis Jamir Cruz-Ferrera, had crossed the U.S.-Mexico border as an unaccompanied alien child in 2016 but was never deported despite a deportation order. The victim, Lauryn Ni'Kole Leonard, was described as a bright light who was pursuing a career in forensic science.
Key Points
- Illegal alien accused of causing a fatal car crash in Virginia
- Victim was a 19-year-old college student pursuing forensic science
- Accused had a deportation order from years ago but was never deported
Pros
- Increased awareness of immigration enforcement issues
- Highlighting the consequences of not following through on deportation orders
Cons
- Tragic loss of a young college student's life