ICE Arrests Illegal Alien Working as Sworn Police Officer in Illinois Sanctuary State

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) recently announced the arrest of Radule Bojovic, an illegal alien from Montenegro who was working as a sworn police officer with the Hanover Park Police Department in Illinois. Bojovic, who had been living in the United States illegally for over a decade, was encountered during a targeted enforcement action as part of Operation Midway Blitz. As a result of his arrest, Bojovic's employment with the police department has been terminated.

Key Takeaways:

  • Radule Bojovic, an illegal alien from Montenegro, was arrested by ICE while working as a sworn police officer with the Hanover Park Police Department in Illinois.
  • Bojovic, who had been living in the United States illegally for over 10 years, was encountered during a targeted enforcement action as part of Operation Midway Blitz.
  • The operation targets criminal illegal aliens who flocked to Chicago and Illinois seeking protection under the sanctuary policies of Governor J.B. Pritzker.
  • Hanover Park Police Department records confirm that Bojovic was approved by the Pension Fund Board of Trustees in January 2025 and was eligible to receive a starting salary of $78,955.70.
  • Additional records indicate that Bojovic's 2025 earnings cost taxpayers $205,707, including $9,276 for FICA/Medicare taxes.
  • Governor J.B. Pritzker has been criticized for allowing violent illegal aliens to work as sworn police officers in Illinois, despite it being a felony for aliens to possess a firearm.
  • Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin stated that, "Criminal illegal aliens have NO PLACE in our communities, especially on our police forces."

Statistics:

  • Bojovic overstayed a B2 tourist visa that required him to depart the U.S. on March 31, 2015.
  • Operation Midway Blitz was initiated on September 8 in honor of Katie Abraham, who was killed in a drunk driving hit-and-run car wreck caused by a criminal illegal alien.
  • The cost of Bojovic's 2025 earnings to taxpayers, including FICA/Medicare taxes, was $205,707.
  • Bojovic's starting salary with the Hanover Park Police Department was $78,955.70.

Sources:

  • U.S. Department of Homeland Security press release announcing the arrest of Radule Bojovic.
  • Hanover Park Police Department records confirming Bojovic's employment and salary.