Hanover Park Police Officer Cleared by FBI, State Police After ICE Detention
A Hanover Park police officer, detained by ICE, returned to active duty after FBI and Illinois State Police background checks found no criminal history.
Overview
A Hanover Park police officer was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), prompting an investigation into their background and eligibility for service.
Both the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Illinois State Police subsequently conducted thorough background checks on the detained officer.
These comprehensive federal and state background checks confirmed that the Hanover Park police officer had no criminal history whatsoever.
Following the clearance from these extensive investigations, the Hanover Park police officer has since returned to active duty within the department.
Separately, another police officer named Bojovic also showed no criminal history in Illinois State Police and federal databases, confirming their clean record.
Analysis
Center-leaning sources are neutral in their reporting, focusing on the factual announcement of Officer Radule Bojovic's return to duty. They present information directly from police officials, detailing the reasons for his eligibility and compliance with federal and state laws. The coverage avoids loaded language or subjective interpretations, sticking to a straightforward account of the official decision and its basis.
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FAQ
The officer, Radule Bojovic, was detained by ICE because he was accused of overstaying his tourist visa by more than a decade. His visa reportedly expired in 2015, and he was arrested as part of a DHS enforcement operation targeting undocumented immigrants.
No, both the FBI and Illinois State Police conducted background checks and found no criminal history for Officer Bojovic.
The officer presented a valid Work Authorization Card issued by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services during the hiring process, which the village confirmed was valid and recently renewed. The village stated they had no notice from federal or state agencies that his work authorization had been revoked.
The controversy stems from federal officials questioning how an individual who overstayed his visa could be hired as a police officer and be allowed to carry a firearm, with some arguing that it is illegal for undocumented immigrants to possess firearms.
Yes, the Village of Hanover Park confirmed that Officer Bojovic will receive back pay for the period he was on leave following his arrest.
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