Police say a drunk driver, who is an illegal immigrant and has been deported four times before, caused a fatal crash resulting in the death of a mother and her son

An ⁢El Salvador native-turned-illegal immigrant arrested after fatal ⁤drunk driving collision

An El Salvador native who entered the country illegally was apprehended once again in Colorado following a tragic ‌accident that claimed the lives of ‍a mother and her son, authorities have confirmed.

The suspect, identified as 37-year-old Jose Guadalupe Menjivar-Alas, had been deported on multiple occasions before⁣ being ⁤taken into custody by the Broomfield Police Department ‍on⁣ December 15th, according to a recent report.

Menjivar-Alas allegedly crashed his Toyota Tundra‌ into Melissa Powell’s Mazda CX-5 on December 12th, resulting⁢ in the‍ tragic deaths of Powell and her son, Riordan. The police suspect that excessive speed and alcohol played ⁢a role⁣ in the collision.

Following the incident, the illegal immigrant was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment before being released ‍and subsequently ⁤booked into Broomfield County‍ Jail, as stated in the report.

He now faces ⁢charges of vehicular homicide due​ to reckless driving, vehicular homicide caused by driving under the influence, and habitual traffic offenses.

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ICE ⁤statement on the⁣ suspect’s deportation history

“ICE‌ records show that the subject has been previously ⁢removed and has no​ regard for immigration law,” the statement read.

What measures should be‍ taken to enhance border security and prevent illegal entry and re-entry?

An El Salvador ‌native who entered the country illegally has been arrested once again following a tragic drunk driving collision that resulted in the deaths ‌of ​a ⁤mother and her son⁢ in Colorado. The⁤ suspect, 37-year-old ⁢Jose Guadalupe Menjivar-Alas, had been deported ​multiple times before ⁢being taken into custody by the Broomfield Police Department on ⁢December 15th.

The incident occurred on December 12th when Menjivar-Alas ​allegedly ​crashed his Toyota Tundra ⁣into Melissa Powell’s Mazda ​CX-5, causing the ⁢deaths of Powell and her son, Riordan.⁢ Law ‌enforcement​ officials ⁢suspect⁢ that excessive speed and alcohol played a role in‍ the collision.

After the collision, the illegal immigrant was⁢ taken to ​a nearby hospital for treatment and was ⁢subsequently booked⁣ into Broomfield County Jail. According to the report, ​Menjivar-Alas now faces charges of vehicular homicide due to reckless driving, vehicular ⁢homicide ‌caused by driving ⁤under the influence, and ⁣habitual‍ traffic offenses.

In ⁣a statement regarding the suspect’s⁤ deportation history, ICE records‍ show that ⁢Menjivar-Alas had been previously ⁤removed from the country ​and has demonstrated disregard for immigration ​law.

This tragic incident highlights the potential dangers posed by individuals⁤ who enter and ⁤remain in the country illegally. The loss of innocent lives ‍due to the actions of individuals⁤ who have‌ no ​regard for immigration ⁤law ⁣underscores the‌ need for robust immigration enforcement measures.

Authorities must continue to work ‍diligently​ to identify ‍and ‌apprehend those who‍ enter the country illegally and pose a ‍risk ⁣to ⁢public safety.‌ Additionally, efforts should be⁤ made to strengthen border security to prevent illegal entry in⁤ the ⁢first‍ place.

The case of Jose Guadalupe Menjivar-Alas⁢ serves as a tragic reminder ⁣of the consequences that can occur when individuals with a history of illegal immigration are not properly dealt with. It ⁣is imperative ⁢that such individuals are held accountable for their actions⁣ and face appropriate legal ‌consequences.

Public safety should⁢ always be a top priority, and incidents like ⁣this underscore the importance of enforcing ‍immigration laws and implementing⁤ measures to prevent​ illegal ‍entry and re-entry. Through comprehensive immigration reform and enhanced border security​ measures, we can strive⁣ to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in⁣ the future.

It is our duty to protect the lives and well-being⁢ of all individuals, both citizens and immigrants alike. Stronger enforcement and a more ‌secure border are essential⁤ to achieving this goal and ensuring the safety of our communities.

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