Pedro Colmenares, a 33-year-old suspected gang member from Venezuela, has found himself back in the spotlight as he roams the streets of Chicago. Despite being ordered deported in 2022, Colmenares remains in the city due to Cook County’s sanctuary policy. This has allowed him to continue his alleged criminal activities, which include domestic battery and a previous weapons charge.
In September 2022, Colmenares entered the United States and soon after faced deportation orders from an immigration judge. However, his appeal of this ruling has kept him in Chicago, where his presence has not gone unnoticed. His criminal record caught the attention of DHS again after a weapons charge in October of last year.
An ICE detainer was issued for Colmenares, but Cook County refused to comply, setting him free. This decision is a direct result of the sanctuary policy that prioritizes protecting illegal immigrants over community safety. For many, this reflects a troubling trend in how local governments are handling such cases.
Colmenares was recently questioned by Chicago Police for his suspected involvement in a murder last September. Despite police stating there was probable cause to detain him for murder, the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office declined to press charges. They cited insufficient evidence and a lack of cooperative witnesses as reasons for their decision.
Eileen O’Neill Burke, Cook County State’s Attorney, spoke publicly about the decision, emphasizing the importance of evidence in pursuing charges. Her stance has drawn criticism from those who believe more could be done to ensure justice is served. The broader implications of this case highlight ongoing debates about law enforcement and immigration policies.
In addition to the murder investigation, Colmenares is facing serious charges related to a kidnapping and sexual assault case from last October. The victim, a 27-year-old Hispanic woman, alleges that Colmenares threatened her with a gun and forcibly took her to another location. There, she claims she was held against her will and subjected to violence over several days.
Colmenares has been ordered to appear in court on March 5 in Chicago. He has been instructed to surrender any weapons and avoid contact with the victim. Notably, electronic monitoring has not been imposed, which raises questions about the adequacy of measures to prevent further offenses.
The situation has sparked debate over the effectiveness of sanctuary policies and their impact on public safety. Critics argue that such policies hinder law enforcement efforts to protect communities from dangerous individuals. Supporters, on the other hand, maintain that they are essential for safeguarding immigrant rights.
The case also underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in dealing with uncooperative witnesses. Without their testimony, building a strong case becomes significantly more difficult. This highlights the need for community cooperation in pursuing justice.
Chicago Police have stated they will not assist with upcoming ICE deportations, adhering to the city’s sanctuary policy. This stance has been met with mixed reactions, as some see it as a necessary step to protect immigrant communities. Others view it as a failure to prioritize the safety of law-abiding citizens.
As the legal proceedings against Colmenares unfold, the spotlight remains on how local and federal authorities handle such cases. The outcome may influence future policy decisions regarding sanctuary cities and immigration enforcement. For now, the community watches closely, waiting to see how justice will be served.
With his court date approaching, Colmenares remains a figure of controversy in Chicago. His case serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between immigration policy and criminal justice. The decisions made in this case could have lasting implications for the city and beyond.
The broader issue of sanctuary policies continues to be a point of contention across the United States. As communities grapple with the balance between protecting immigrants and ensuring public safety, cases like Colmenares’s highlight the stakes involved. The debate is far from over, with strong opinions on both sides.
In the midst of this, the role of law enforcement agencies remains crucial. How they navigate the challenges posed by sanctuary policies and uncooperative witnesses will shape their effectiveness in maintaining order. The need for clear and decisive action has never been more apparent.
“They cited insufficient evidence and a lack of cooperative witnesses as reasons for their decision.”
WHAT?
“In addition to the murder investigation, Colmenares is facing serious charges related to a kidnapping and sexual assault case from last October. The victim, a 27-year-old Hispanic woman, alleges that Colmenares threatened her with a gun and forcibly took her to another location. There, she claims she was held against her will and subjected to violence over several days.”
Take this major part of the problem, “Eileen O’Neill Burke, Cook County State’s Attorney, spoke publicly about the decision, emphasizing the importance of evidence in pursuing charges,” and Fire Her Ass, as well as File Charges Against Her and Any and All of Her Superiors, for gross negligence of required duties under the LAW along with “Aiding and Abetting” this Foreign Heinous Felony Illegal Invader Homicidal Maniac “WANTED” Gang Member; and for their “Brazen Violation of U.S Immigration Laws!”
Cook County is absolutely enabling dangerous “Felons” who are laughing at these imbeciles that are traitors to their own country! Liberals have another problem besides being arrogant stupid Bitches and Bastards; they always want to say that they are so very Open Minded; and yes they are!
So open minded that their tiny brains roll right out of their useless heads!
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ANY city that releases a known criminal onto the streets of their town should be arrested and charged with aiding a criminal to do harm to it’s citizens.
Don’t they understand why their country got rid of them?
People should be voting out the stupid elected officials and find someone looking out for their wellbeing.
Absolutely True! There should be no doubt about it! But this lack of oversight proves how sick in their minds, hearts and souls many people in power actually are! They even ignore common sense and decency!
Those that are in positions to serve and protect are actually bringing on the destruction of those who they are charged to care for! Like a babysitter instead of standing guard over the innocent baby, lays that baby down in the forest for the wolves!
Seems like a simple solution to me, you know when the court date is, have ICE agents waiting outside to intercept him ! They do not have to enter the building, just wait nearby and when he shows up, arrest him and deport him … BYE, see ya .. Any officer that attempts to interfere, book them too…
Seems plausible but in this case not probable, as do we really think this criminal derelict scum bag will not already be in parts unknown, a no show!
Like I’ve said for years now, our system is so totally fk’d-up to even afford any what would be seen as “citizens’ rights” to something as unfit as this POS!
What should really happen is when such a thug is apprehended for any reason by any Law Enforcement Officers in any locale he should be turned over in shackles to ICE! Then placed aboard a C-130 Cargo Transport and flown somewhere in the vicinity of his point of origin or some “similar facsimile” and “dropped out the cargo bay door” with a parachute if one is available and definitely with those shackles and handcuffs still on!
SEE YA WOULDN’T WANT TO BE YA!
AMEN!!!!
time to pick up the trash in this city and take him to gitmo!!!
State law does not “Trump” federal law. An extreme example needs to be made of Ilinois, California and other so-called sanctuary states so that citizens have the full protection under the law against these illegal aliens. Anyone believing that this guy will show up for a court case is dreaming. Who knows where he is now? At some point the injured parties are going to extract revenge on illegals who murder family members. Of course, when they are arrested for their actions, no matter the justification for the act, the state will prosecute the citizen for murder. Go figure!
Damn Straight and totally BULLSHIT! Like you said, these states doing this have to be taken apart now, for overriding Federal Law of the Land and the U.S. Constitution! All elected officials and appointed ones in those states who have allowed or advocated any of this crap need to be rounded up and shipped to GITMO, to be tried for “Sedition and Treason!” Executions will be in order as well!
That is it, I’m sick and tired of this Crap going on and on; with these scums in our system “laughing all the way to the bank” as “they ruin and destroy America and kill many of us!” Time to have them pay for it all!
start prosecuting these state “officials” who ignore federal law . These liberal a-holes have no respect for the laws they took an oath to enforce . They have broke every city with their sanctuary laws protecting illegal immigrants while ignoring the needs of AMERICAN CITIZENS .
Put these anti-american liberals in jail then prison
Precisely what they have been doing and what MUST happen to save the Republic!
Just kill the Murdering, Illegal son of a bitch.
This crap the Communist Democrats have purposely created is getting out of hand, and Brave Americans should be taking matters in their own hands.!
Tren De Aragua and MS13 Gangs and Muslim’s only know one thing, murder, rape, child sex for Pedophiles or (Bidenphiles) and they should be shot down in the streets.!
What I just found out is another absolute high Treasonous act against our Military, It seems that $22-Million dollars are missing from Our Military troops food allotment.
That’s right, I guess the Communist Democrats figure our Military can go on without eating, so now they’ve been told to go on Food Stamps..
So where did it go.?
My guess it went to Hamas or was split up between Hamas and the Communist in Washington DC.
The Demonic Communist Democrats are doing their very best to destroy our Military and the United States..
If they win the next election by Fraud and interference, how many Americans are willing to carry around a Prayer Rug and learn the Koran front to back forcing women to wear a Burka and have their genitals mutilated.?
I’m sure Goats will be running like Hell or committing suicide.
there is a way to change hold them accountable both criminal and civil if anyone gets hurt.its on these criminals
These sanctuary cities who deny or turn blind eye to ILLEGALS should face the same punishments as States of losing Federal funding . Nothing effects criminal justice than financially hitting their wallet / wallets. For those who say that ILLEGAL don’t cost money should look at school, medical and social welfare costs . They also cost money in the Justice system