Prosecutors last week dismissed charges against Virgilio Aguilar-Mendez, the Guatemalan teenager initially accused in the death of St. Johns County police Sgt. Michael Kunovich. The incident unfolded as the officer approached Aguilar-Mendez, a farm worker he deemed suspicious, leading to a confrontation and subsequent struggle. Kunovich died of a heart attack shortly afterward. Aguilar-Mendez faced initial charges of aggravated manslaughter, and the case triggered a nationwide outcry. Today, we explore the broader implications for immigration and our criminal justice system.
Guests:
Lisa Ruiz, immigration attorney
Shannon Schott, criminal defense attorney