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Illegal Alien Charged with Murdering 3-Month-Old Daughter in Virginia
Immigration officials call on Governor Spanberger to prevent the suspect's release from jail
Apr. 1, 2026 at 9:21pm
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A 28-year-old illegal alien from Guatemala has been arrested and charged with the murder of his 3-month-old daughter in Fairfax County, Virginia. The infant died from injuries consistent with blunt force trauma while in the care of her father, Misael Lopez Gomez. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has lodged a detainer against Lopez Gomez, and the Department of Homeland Security is urging Governor Spanberger to ensure he is not released from jail before being turned over to federal agents.
Why it matters
This tragic case highlights the ongoing debate over sanctuary policies and the release of undocumented immigrants accused of violent crimes. It also raises questions about border security and the vetting process for those entering the country illegally.
The details
On March 27, police responded to a call about an unresponsive 3-month-old baby girl. First responders performed CPR and rushed the infant to a nearby hospital, but she ultimately died from injuries consistent with blunt force trauma. The girl had been in the care of her father, 28-year-old Misael Lopez Gomez, an illegal alien from Guatemala. Following Lopez Gomez's arrest, ICE lodged a detainer against him, and DHS officials are urging Governor Spanberger to ensure he is not released from jail before being turned over to federal agents.
- On March 27, police responded to a call about an unresponsive 3-month-old baby girl.
- The infant ultimately died from her injuries at the hospital.
The players
Misael Lopez Gomez
A 28-year-old illegal alien from Guatemala who has been charged with the murder of his 3-month-old daughter.
Fairfax County Police Department
The law enforcement agency that arrested Lopez Gomez and is investigating the case.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)
The federal agency that has lodged a detainer against Lopez Gomez, seeking to take custody of him upon his release from jail.
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
The federal agency that is urging Governor Spanberger to ensure Lopez Gomez is not released from jail before being turned over to ICE.
Governor Abigail Spanberger
The Democratic governor of Virginia who is being called upon by DHS to cooperate in the case and prevent the release of the suspect.
What they’re saying
“We are calling on Governor Spanberger to commit to not releasing this barbaric animal from jail into Virginia communities. This monster should have never been allowed in our country by the Biden administration. We need cooperation from sanctuary politicians to stop criminals from being released from jail to perpetrate more crimes and create more innocent victims.”
— Lauren Bis, Department of Homeland Security Official
What’s next
The judge in the case will decide whether to grant bail to Lopez Gomez or keep him in custody until his trial.
The takeaway
This tragic case highlights the ongoing debate over sanctuary policies and the release of undocumented immigrants accused of violent crimes. It also raises questions about border security and the vetting process for those entering the country illegally, as well as the need for cooperation between state and federal authorities to prevent such horrific incidents.
