Police policies on immigrants ignite controversy
The killing of a Phoenix police officer by an illegal immigrant has ignited a firestorm of criticism over policies that prevent authorities from contacting federal agents about routine encounters with undocumented immigrants.
The policies have long been controversial, but the slaying of Officer Nick Erfle has added fuel to the contention that they provide "sanctuary" to such immigrants and should be eliminated to prevent violent crimes at the hands of those in the country illegally. DANIEL GONZALEZ and LINDSEY COLLOM in the Arizona Republic.
The policies have long been controversial, but the slaying of Officer Nick Erfle has added fuel to the contention that they provide "sanctuary" to such immigrants and should be eliminated to prevent violent crimes at the hands of those in the country illegally. DANIEL GONZALEZ and LINDSEY COLLOM in the Arizona Republic.