TROY, Mich. (Michigan News Source) – In a scene more fitting for an action movie than suburban Michigan, five illegal immigrants from Colombia were apprehended last week in Troy after being caught red-handed during a home invasion.

According to a report from Fox 2 Detroit, the suspects, Owen Jean Cortes, Michel Leandro Alba Rincon, Omar Giovvany Rodriguez-Aponte, Geovanny Enreque Castellanos-Forero, and Alberto Franco-Jimenez, are now facing charges of second-degree home invasion. Additionally, Franco- Jimenez was found driving with a suspended license and Cortes was charged with possession of burglary tools.

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The brazen break-in took place on Millay Street around 1 pm, where a vigilant homeowner, watching their security camera footage from work, saw the intruders and promptly called the police. The suspects, identified as part of an international crime ring, were quickly captured by Troy Police after a short-lived chase. Cortes was caught near a car wash, Rincon was apprehended after he wandered into Noni’s Restaurant, and the remaining trio was nabbed during a traffic stop. The suspects are now housed at the Oakland County jail after being arraigned.

This incident is part of a disturbing trend in Oakland County, where high-end homes have become targets for South American burglary gangs. Recent reports reveal that these criminal organizations have been operating with alarming frequency, victimizing affluent communities across the region. Despite the efforts of the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office and other agencies, the problem persists.

Approximately four months ago, Northfield Township Police and the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office warned about Chilean gangs targeting luxury homes in southeast Michigan and across the nation, stealing millions in cash plus jewelry, and other valuables. These incidents led over 30 local police agencies in southwest Michigan to form a task force to combat the burglaries.

Illegal immigrants and high-end home heists.

The involvement of illegal immigrants in these crimes has struck a chord with Michigan voters, who are increasingly concerned about the efficacy of current border policies. Although local law enforcement agencies have teamed up to tackle this wave of crime, the repeated incidents highlight significant gaps in border security and immigration enforcement as ramifications from an open border continue to affect all 50 states, including Michigan.

Jennifer McWilliams, a nearby resident of where the home invasion took place, summed up the sentiment of many when she said, “Seems like it’s a sign of the times. Troy is a pretty affluent area. Not shocked that they are here. I don’t know what the solution to that is other than just beefing up neighborhood community, watching out for each other, police presence.”

Voters demand action as border policies falter.

As the presidential election approaches, the issue of illegal immigration and border security has surged to the forefront of voters’ concerns, not just in Michigan but nationwide. The failure to control the border and curb illegal immigration is viewed as a critical shortcoming of the current administration. For many, this is a make-or-break issue in the upcoming election.

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Voters are demanding accountability and tangible results, frustrated by the ongoing crimes committed by individuals who, they believe, should not have been able to enter the country in the first place.

Kamala Harris: The missing Czar in the immigration crisis.

The spotlight for the country’s border problems has fallen squarely on Vice President Kamala Harris as a top issue in the upcoming election now that she is the Democratic presidential nominee.

Appointed as the “border czar” to tackle the root causes of migration, the border security situation has deteriorated rather than improved. The Vice President’s tenure, alongside President Biden, has drawn significant criticism for perceived inaction. The increase in high-profile crimes involving illegal immigrants has only heightened the scrutiny.

Voters demand real Solutions amid crime wave by illegal immigrants.

As Michigan voters, along with those across the United States, head to the polls, many are sending a clear message: they demand decisive action on immigration and border security as the repercussions of open borders increasingly impact their communities.

The upcoming election will undoubtedly be a referendum on how the country handles illegal immigration and whether the current administration’s approach can withstand the voters’ scrutiny.