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Illegal Immigrant Among Suspects in New Orleans Tour Guide's Murder

Three teens arrested for the fatal shooting of Kristie Thibodeaux; one suspect has a history of criminal activity and illegal entry into the U.S.

  • Joshua Aviala-Bonifacio, a 19-year-old Honduran national, was arrested along with two juveniles.
  • Aviala-Bonifacio has a record of multiple arrests and was previously deemed inadmissible by U.S. Border Patrol.
  • The primary suspect, Kevin Nunez, was under house arrest and wearing a deactivated ankle monitor at the time of the crime.
  • The incident has intensified scrutiny on the juvenile justice system and electronic monitoring practices in New Orleans.
  • Governor Jeff Landry has called for stricter border controls following the revelation of Aviala-Bonifacio's illegal status.
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