The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that it has filed a detainer with Kentucky authorities to prevent the release of a convicted criminal alien. Jose Lopez‑Hernandez, 52, was arrested for sexually assaulting a 14‑year‑old girl in his church office. He has prior arrests for theft, forgery and reckless driving. Witnesses reported a bruise on the girl’s neck. Lopez‑Hernandez was convicted of sexual abuse and will be required to register as a sex offender for 20 years. ICE noted that the inmate had been previously released. Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has publicly criticized ICE, calling for a withdrawal of its agents from the state. ICE said it continues to target criminal illegal aliens in its law‑enforcement activities.
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