44 noncitizens arrested for serious offenses in recent Chicago-area sweep
FOX 32 Digital Staff
Fri, November 17, 2023 at 3:57 PM EST·2 min read
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CHICAGO - Authorities in the Chicago area have arrested more than 40 noncitizens for offenses they say include sexual assault, drug distribution, aggravated assault, and driving under the influence.
Between Oct. 23 and Nov. 3, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) conducted a sweep which resulted in the arrests of 44 noncitizens that were determined to be a threat to national security, public safety or border security.
The operation targeted individuals with felonies, or misdemeanors for domestic violence, sexual abuse or exploitation, unlawful possession or use of a firearm, drug distribution or trafficking, or driving under the influence. Additionally, noncitizens who unlawfully re-entered the US after being previously removed were targeted.
"The noncitizens apprehended during this operation have shown a complete disregard for the laws in the United States," ERO Chicago Field Office Director LaDeon Francis said in a statement.
Among the dozens arrested included:
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