"Slain Nursing Student's Murder Suspect Entered US Illegally, ICE Confirms"

The suspect charged with the murder of UGA nursing student Laken Hope Riley unlawfully entered the US in 2022, according to ICE. Jose Antonio Ibarra, a Venezuelan citizen, was arrested after illegally crossing the border near El Paso, Texas. He was later arrested on murder charges in Athens, Georgia, where Riley's body was found. The suspect's brother, Diego Ibarra, was also charged with possessing a fraudulent US permanent resident card. The case has sparked discussions about illegal immigration and public safety in Georgia, with Republicans exploring new state crackdowns while Democrats urge against exploiting the tragedy for political gains.