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Chicago Officer Arrested by ICE Amid Visa Controversy

10/19/2025

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Officer Arrested for Visa Violation

Radule Bojovic, a Chicago-area police officer, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for overstaying his visa since March 2015, as part of Operation Midway Blitz.
Hanover Park officials say they hired him legally, verifying work authorization and background checks, and received no alerts about his immigration status.
Bojovic is on administrative leave pending immigration proceedings.
Governor JB Pritzker criticized federal actions and suggested prosecuting ICE agents for unlawful conduct.

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ICE Arrests Criminals

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested over 1,400 illegal aliens in Massachusetts during Operation Patriot 2.0 from September 4 to September 30, 2025.
The operation targeted violent criminals and gang members, including MS-13.
Acting ICE Director Todd M. Lyons said the operation exposed the dangers of sanctuary policies.
The operation followed a similar May initiative, highlighting ongoing concerns about illegal immigration and public safety.

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Officer Arrested for Visa Violation

Radule Bojovic, a Chicago-area police officer, was arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for overstaying his visa since March 2015, as part of Operation Midway Blitz.
Hanover Park officials say they hired him legally, verifying work authorization and background checks, and received no alerts about his immigration status.
Bojovic is on administrative leave pending immigration proceedings.
Governor JB Pritzker criticized federal actions and suggested prosecuting ICE agents for unlawful conduct.

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