Three-Year-Old Girl Severely Injured in Attack by Illegal Migrant in Texas
Three-year-old girl bitten by illegal migrant in ‘barbaric’ assault in US
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A three-year-old girl, Amelia Perez, was brutally attacked and bitten on the face by Atharva Vyas, a 24-year-old illegal migrant from India, in a Texas park. The incident, which occurred on April 18, has raised concerns over immigration policies and public safety.
- 01Amelia Perez suffered severe injuries, including two knocked-out teeth, from the attack.
- 02The assailant, Atharva Vyas, was allegedly high on a potent cannabis product during the incident.
- 03Vyas had previously been arrested for assault but was not deported due to a lack of sufficient grounds under the Biden administration.
- 04The incident has sparked criticism of immigration policies and calls for accountability.
- 05A GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to support Amelia's recovery and her family's emotional distress.
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On April 18, 2023, in Espada Park, San Antonio, Texas, three-year-old Amelia Perez was viciously attacked by Atharva Vyas, a 24-year-old illegal migrant from India. The assault left Amelia with deep bite wounds and two front teeth knocked out. Witnesses reported that Vyas, allegedly under the influence of a potent cannabis product known as 'wax', charged at Amelia and her mother, Gabriella Perez, attacking them violently. Despite previous arrests for assault, Vyas was not deported due to policies under the Biden administration, which have come under fire following this incident. The family is now focusing on healing, with a GoFundMe set up to aid in their recovery. The Department of Homeland Security has criticized the policies that allowed Vyas to remain in the U.S., stating that the assault was preventable. Vyas has been charged with multiple offenses, including injury to a child and illegal entry.
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The attack has raised significant concerns about public safety and immigration policies in the U.S., particularly regarding the handling of violent offenders.
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