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Illegal Immigrant Arrested For Murder Of 2-Year-Old Child

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An illegal immigrant from El Salvador has been arrested in connection with the tragic murder of a 2-year-old child, adding to a series of disturbing migrant crimes that have recently come to light. The child, identified as Jeremy, was fatally shot while out for a walk with his mother. The incident occurred when two groups engaged in gunfire, with Jeremy caught in the crossfire. His mother survived the ordeal, describing Jeremy as a sweet and quiet boy who loved watching Cocomelon.

Among those arrested for involvement in Jeremy's death is a 25-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador named Nielsen Trejo Granados. Despite repeated efforts by ICE to remove him from the U.S., Trejo Granados remained in the country. The timeline of events leading up to the tragedy is alarming. In November 2022, Trejo Granados was ordered to be deported, but this was not carried out. In March 2023, he was arrested for theft, and an immigration detainer was filed by ICE. However, he was released by the Montgomery County Detention Center.

Mother survived, describing Jeremy as a sweet boy who loved Cocomelon.
2-year-old Jeremy fatally shot in crossfire during a gunfight.
Nielsen Trejo Granados, a 25-year-old illegal immigrant from El Salvador, arrested.

In September 2023, Trejo Granados was arrested again, and another immigration detainer was issued. Despite this, the Montgomery County Detention Center refused to honor the detainer, leading to his release. This week, he has been charged with murder in connection with Jeremy's death.

The case highlights the challenges posed by sanctuary policies in Montgomery County, Maryland, which prevent local law enforcement from cooperating with federal immigration authorities. The tragic outcome underscores the importance of effective immigration enforcement and collaboration between agencies to prevent such senseless crimes from occurring.

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