Miyares, family of stabbing victim push for changes after Fairfax killing

(The Center Square) – Former Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares joined the family of Stephanie Minter at the state Capitol on Tuesday, calling for policy changes following her killing in Fairfax County.

Minter, 41, was fatally stabbed at a bus stop in Fairfax County. Police have identified the suspect as Abdul Jalloh, who has been charged with second-degree murder in the case.

Federal officials have said Jalloh was in the United States illegally and had more than 30 prior arrests. The Department of Homeland Security also said immigration authorities had previously lodged a detainer against him.

The press conference, organized by The American Border Story, brought together advocates, elected officials and Minter’s family to call for changes to immigration enforcement policies and coordination between local, state and federal agencies.

“This was 100% preventable,” said Nicole Kiprilov, executive director of the American Border Story.

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