Milwaukee Judge Arrested as Mexican National Held by Feds
- An individual from Mexico who was detained in Milwaukee County is now being held in federal custody.
- U.S. federal prosecutors allege that a judge assisted him in evading authorities at the court building.
- The individual faces charges in Milwaukee County related to an altercation involving loud music.
MILWAUKEE - An individual identified as a Mexican citizen, whom federal prosecutors claim the judge assisted in preventing immigration enforcement actions At the Milwaukee County Courthouse, he is now under federal custody. Here’s what we know.
Milwaukee County charges
The backstoryMilwaukee County Prosecutors stated that the charges against 29-year-old Eduardo Flores Ruiz originated from a dispute involving noisy music on March 12.
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According to court papers, Flores Ruiz struck a man 30 times, forced him to the ground, and choked him. Additionally, he faces accusations of assaulting a female victim.
Ruiz Flores faced three charges of misdemeanor battery and made an appearance in court on April 18, according to what federal court papers allege. Judge Hannah Dugan aided the individual in evading U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.
Immigration case
Dig deeperFederal agents ultimately apprehended Flores Ruiz outside the Milwaukee County Courthouse and placed him under arrest.
Ruiz Flores is an unauthorized individual from Mexico. According to federal court documents, he was instructed to depart the U.S. in 2023 and did not receive approval to come back.
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In federal court on Thursday, Flores Ruiz's lawyer mentioned that the 29-year-old fled from officials due to fear causing his instincts to kick in. On Friday, reporters from FOX6 News attempted to visit Flores Ruiz’s registered residence but received no response at the door.
What's nextA federal judge finally ruled that Flores Ruiz must remain in custody until his subsequent court appearance. His return to federal court for a plea hearing is scheduled for May 8.
The details in this report originate from federal court papers and the Wisconsin Circuit Court records.
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