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A California judge, Hector Ramon, has come under fire for releasing Vicente Aguilera-Chavez, a murder suspect and alleged gang member, on his own recognizance without bail. Aguilera, charged with the 2017 murder of Edu Veliz-Salgado during a gang-related shooting, was previously incarcerated for burglary. Santa Clara County District Attorney Jeff Rosen expressed concern for public safety, highlighting Aguilera’s criminal history. Despite the defense’s claims of his innocence and community ties, law enforcement officials criticized the judge for his pattern of releasing repeat offenders.
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