ICE apprehends Chicago suburb police officer on charges of illegal US residency
Federal agents took a Chicago suburb police officer into custody on charges related to his illegal residency in the United States. The arrest occurred in Hanover Park, where Radule Bojovic, a Montenegro national, is alleged to have overstayed his tourist visa, which expired in 2015.
Details of the Arrest
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that Bojovic was apprehended during a targeted enforcement operation conducted by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Illinois. This action was part of a broader effort to address immigration violations.
Background on Radule Bojovic
- Name: Radule Bojovic
- Nationality: Montenegro
- Visa Status: Overstayed tourist visa since 2015
Prior to his arrest, Bojovic graduated from the Suburban Law Enforcement Academy and entered an intensive 15-week field training program aimed at serving his local community in Hanover Park.
Official Reactions
Tricia McLaughlin, the DHS Assistant Secretary, criticized the situation, emphasizing the seriousness of the violation. McLaughlin stated, “Radule Bojovic violated our nation’s laws and was living illegally in the United States for 10 years. What kind of police department gives criminal illegal aliens badges and guns?”
Previous ICE Operations
This incident follows other significant arrests made by ICE agents. In September, they detained the superintendent of Iowa’s largest school district on charges of illegal residency extending back to the early 2000s. That individual faces additional firearm-related charges.
The ongoing actions by ICE highlight a focused effort to enforce immigration laws and address illegal residency across various sectors, including law enforcement and education.
