Arrest of MS-13 Gang Member by ICE in Virginia

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
ICE arrested a documented MS-13 gang member, Mykol Santos-Santos, in Virginia, who has a lengthy criminal history, including assault and burglary. Local law enforcement refused to honor 16 immigration detainers against him, leading to ICE making an at-large arrest where an officer was injured.

Key Points

  • Mykol Santos-Santos, a Guatemalan national, is in the U.S. illegally with a lengthy criminal record
  • ICE made the arrest after 16 immigration detainers were not honored by local law enforcement
  • ICE emphasizes the danger Santos-Santos poses to Virginia communities

Pros

  • Arrest of a dangerous criminal gang member
  • Public safety prioritized by ICE

Cons

  • Local law enforcement's refusal to honor immigration detainers
  • ICE officer injured during the arrest