Illinois Police Officer Radule Bojovic Detained by ICE for Visa Overstay, Released on Bond and Returned to Duty
Oct 15, 2025·Location: Hanover Park, IL
Country of origin: Montenegro

Hanover Park police officer Radule Bojovic, a Montenegrin citizen, was detained by ICE on October 15, 2025, as part of Operation Midway Blitz after overstaying his B2 tourist visa by approximately 10 years—he was supposed to leave in March 2015 but remained in the country unlawfully while serving as a sworn officer with firearm access. He was released on bond on October 31 after federal authorities did not contest the release, and returned to full duty shortly after. Village officials stated Bojovic was legally authorized to work and carry a firearm at the time of hire with no criminal history.
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