Illegal immigrant teen arrested after fatal crash in Colorado
- A 16-year-old illegal immigrant was involved in a high-speed crash that resulted in the death of Kaitlyn Weaver in Aurora, Colorado.
- After receiving a lenient sentence, he was arrested by ICE along with his family for living in the U.S. illegally.
- The case has raised significant public outcry regarding justice for victims and the consequences of illegal immigration.
In Colorado, an incident involving a 16-year-old illegal immigrant led to the tragic death of 24-year-old Kaitlyn Weaver. The fatal collision occurred in July 2024 when the teen, driving at 90 miles per hour in a 45 mile per hour zone, crashed into Weaver's vehicle while she was stopped at a stop sign. Following the incident, the teen entered a plea deal and was sentenced to probation and community service, igniting public outrage over perceived leniency in the justice system. Many, including Weaver's family, believed that justice was not served due to the absence of jail time for the teen, who was illegally in the country and unlicensed. Recently, on May 20, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested the teen along with his family, also undocumented immigrants, highlighting the intersection of the immigration and criminal justice systems. Following public outcry, U.S. Rep. Gabe Evans informed the Weaver family that ICE would take action against the teen. The arrest involved the family being held in a detention center in Texas pending an immigration hearing. The teen has a pending asylum claim, although this does not protect against deportation. President Donald Trump commented on the situation through social media, emphasizing the family's impending deportation and the broader implications of illegal immigration intertwined with public safety. The Weavers maintain hope that they can provide victim statements during the immigration hearing while questioning whether this outcome truly reflects justice for their daughter's tragic death. The community continues to discuss the failures of the legal system in protecting citizens and addressing crime committed by undocumented individuals. Overall, this case illustrates the complexities and conflicts arising when immigration laws intersect with criminal justice, igniting debates about accountability and justice for victims of crime. The public response to the case has reflected a strong sentiment that punitive actions against individuals violating immigration laws are necessary, especially after violent crimes.