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Colombian Immigrant Faces 20 Years for Assaulting ICE Officer

4/18/2025

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Hector Villegas-Alvarez, a 27-year-old Colombian undocumented immigrant, is in hot water after allegedly assaulting an ICE officer in New Jersey, leaving her with a broken nose and a concussion. Facing serious federal charges, he could spend up to 20 years behind bars and pay a hefty $250,000 fine if convicted. His arraignment is scheduled for Tuesday.

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Hector Villegas-Alvarez, a 27-year-old Colombian undocumented immigrant, is in hot water after allegedly assaulting an ICE officer in New Jersey, leaving her with a broken nose and a concussion. Facing serious federal charges, he could spend up to 20 years behind bars and pay a hefty $250,000 fine if convicted. His arraignment is scheduled for Tuesday.