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6 days ago
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Man fought priest outside Chicago church during carjack attempt: prosecutors
CHICAGO (WGN) — A Chicago man was taken into custody this week following two alleged attempted carjackings, including one in which he's accused of scuffling with a priest. Raleigh Ford, 18, of the 1100 block of North Hudson Avenue, in the city's River North neighborhood, was arrested Monday. Authorities said Ford was taken into custody after trying to steal a car on the 1000 block of North Clark Street. A handgun was used in the case, police said. One of the arresting officers is said to have recognized Ford as a suspect in another case five days earlier that was recorded by security cameras. Prosecutors allege that on May 21, Ford attempted to steal a 2015 Toyota Rav 4 belonging to a Catholic priest outside Holy Name Cathedral. According to a charging document, the priest left the vehicle unlocked and running outside the church on the 700 block of North Wabash Avenue. When the priest returned outside after checking the mail, he allegedly saw Ford getting into the driver's seat. The priest got in the vehicle on the passenger side and 'a brief physical altercation occurred' as the men each tried to get control. The priest, who was not publicly identified, ultimately got the keys out of the ignition and Ford ran off, authorities said. The attempted theft and struggle were recorded by the church's security system, officials said. Three police officers who'd previously arrested Ford allegedly recognized him in the footage. 'The priest involved is not a member of the staff at Holy Name Cathedral,' church officials told WGN. 'He has recovered and is actively ministering at his parish. We appreciate the concern and prayers from the community.' The news organization CWBChicago reported the attack outside the church came just days after Ford was released on parole for an armed robbery conviction. Court documents reveal Ford has a juvenile criminal past that includes stolen vehicle and armed robbery cases. He is now charged with attempted vehicular hijacking, aggravated assault, and criminal trespassing to a vehicle. Ford appeared in court Friday before Judge Luciano Panici Jr. and was ordered held until trial. His next court appearance was scheduled for June 2. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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18-04-2025
- Politics
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Venezuelan migrant arrested in sanctuary city for 6th time in 13 months days after prosecutors drop charges
A Venezuelan migrant has been arrested for the sixth time in the past year for allegedly robbing a woman at gunpoint, just days after prosecutors in an Illinois sanctuary city dropped additional charges against him. Edmonds Peraza Cortez, 25, is facing one felony count of armed robbery with a firearm, according to the Chicago Police Department. Cortez allegedly was riding a bike on April 11 when he approached a 41-year-old woman, brandishing a gun and yelling, "Money! Money!" 'Maryland Man' Kilmar Abrego Garcia Exposed In Police Records As 'Violent' Repeat Wife Beater Cortez allegedly demanded the woman hand over her cellphone, wallet and electric scooter. Police located and arrested Cortez less than an hour after the alleged robbery. The incident was caught on surveillance footage, CWB Chicago reported. Read On The Fox News App Cortez has been arrested six times in just 13 months, with prosecutors dropping four of the cases against him. Information regarding an attorney for Cortez was not immediately available. Chicago Alderman Says Mayor Brandon Johnson Can't Defend Sanctuary City Policies: 'Lamb To The Slaughter' The incident occurred just three days after Cortez was released from electronic monitoring following prosecutors dismissing a narcotics case against him, according to CWB Chicago. Cortez is awaiting trial on reckless conduct and possession of a replica firearm charges. The Cook County State Attorney's Office and Chicago Police Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Earlier this week, Mayor Brandon Johnson defended the city's choice to remain a sanctuary for undocumented migrants. Chicago Officials Walk Back Claim Repeated By Gov That Ice Raided School, Reveal What Really Happened "Violence is down, investments are up, and we'll continue to move in that direction to build a more inclusive economy for everyone," Johnson said. Johnson did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García, D- Ill., downplayed violent crimes committed by illegal immigrants as merely "immigrants committing a few crimes" in a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement hearing last week. "Republicans have lifted up some tragedies that involve immigrants committing a few crimes," Garcia said. "This is the exception, not the rule. I live in an immigrant neighborhood in Chicago. I know what it's like." Illinois Democrat Minimizes Violent Acts Committed By Illegal Immigrants As Just 'A Few Crimes' García's comments drew a strong rebuke from Chicago Flips Red Vice President Danielle Carter-Walters. "It's funny that Mr. García is from Chicago, and he cannot tell you what's happening in our community. If he came into our community, he would see all the gang graffiti, the Tren de Aragua signs, the MS-13," Carter-Walters testified. "He would see across the street in a park where they're putting the shelters, all the needles in the park." In a status hearing on Thursday, a judge ordered Cortez to remain in custody as he awaits an official indictment, telling the court, "The defendant is charged with a very serious offense. I believe he is a danger to the community. I believe the defendant's detention is lawful and appropriate." Fox News' Lindsay Kornick and Mike Tobin contributed to this report. Original article source: Venezuelan migrant arrested in sanctuary city for 6th time in 13 months days after prosecutors drop charges
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18-04-2025
- Politics
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Venezuelan migrant arrested in sanctuary city for 6th time in 13 months days after prosecutors drop charges
A Venezuelan migrant has been arrested for the sixth time in the past year for allegedly robbing a woman at gunpoint, just days after prosecutors in an Illinois sanctuary city dropped additional charges against him. Edmonds Peraza Cortez, 25, is facing one felony count of armed robbery with a firearm, according to the Chicago Police Department. Cortez allegedly was riding a bike on April 11 when he approached a 41-year-old woman, brandishing a gun and yelling, "Money! Money!" Cortez allegedly demanded the woman hand over her cellphone, wallet and electric scooter. Police located and arrested Cortez less than an hour after the alleged robbery. The incident was caught on surveillance footage, CWB Chicago reported. Cortez has been arrested six times in just 13 months, with prosecutors dropping four of the cases against him. Information regarding an attorney for Cortez was not immediately available. The incident occurred just three days after Cortez was released from electronic monitoring following prosecutors dismissing a narcotics case against him, according to CWB Chicago. Cortez is awaiting trial on reckless conduct and possession of a replica firearm charges. The Cook County State Attorney's Office and Chicago Police Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Earlier this week, Mayor Brandon Johnson defended the city's choice to remain a sanctuary for undocumented migrants. "Violence is down, investments are up, and we'll continue to move in that direction to build a more inclusive economy for everyone," Johnson said. Johnson did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Rep. Jesús "Chuy" García, D- Ill., downplayed violent crimes committed by illegal immigrants as merely "immigrants committing a few crimes" in a House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement hearing last week. "Republicans have lifted up some tragedies that involve immigrants committing a few crimes," Garcia said. "This is the exception, not the rule. I live in an immigrant neighborhood in Chicago. I know what it's like." García's comments drew a strong rebuke from Chicago Flips Red Vice President Danielle Carter-Walters. "It's funny that Mr. García is from Chicago, and he cannot tell you what's happening in our community. If he came into our community, he would see all the gang graffiti, the Tren de Aragua signs, the MS-13," Carter-Walters testified. "He would see across the street in a park where they're putting the shelters, all the needles in the park." In a status hearing on Thursday, a judge ordered Cortez to remain in custody as he awaits an official indictment, telling the court, "The defendant is charged with a very serious offense. I believe he is a danger to the community. I believe the defendant's detention is lawful and appropriate."
