Illegal Immigrant Released by Biden Admin Charged with Georgia Grandmother’s Murder
A Shocking Case of Crime and Immigration Failure
A horrifying crime in Georgia has reignited concerns over U.S. immigration policies. David Hector Rivas-Sagastume, a 21-year-old illegal immigrant from Honduras, is accused of murdering 52-year-old Camilia Williams, a mother of five and grandmother, in what authorities call a random attack. The case has sparked national outrage, especially after it was revealed that Rivas-Sagastume had been caught at the U.S. southern border and released by the Biden administration in 2021.
A Brutal Crime
Williams’ lifeless body was discovered in a wooded area in Marietta, Georgia. According to police, she had been strangled to death. Court documents reveal that Rivas-Sagastume placed Williams in a chokehold between 11 p.m. and 1 a.m. on March 12, rendering her unconscious. He then allegedly pressed his knees and full body weight on her neck, ultimately causing her death.
Her family had reported that she felt she was being followed in the days leading up to her murder. However, investigators have yet to determine if there was any prior connection between Williams and her attacker.
An Immigration System Failure?
Rivas-Sagastume originally entered the U.S. illegally on March 17, 2021, and was arrested by Border Patrol. Instead of being deported, he was released with a notice to appear in court. By July 2023, a judge had ordered his removal, yet he remained in the country. His immigration status did not prevent him from moving freely—until his recent arrest on March 18, 2025, by the Cobb County Police Department for capital murder.
ICE has since lodged an immigration detainer on him, ensuring he remains in custody without bond.
A Pattern of Tragedy
Williams’ murder echoes the tragic case of Laken Riley, another Georgia woman killed by an illegal immigrant who had been previously released by border authorities. Riley’s body was also left in a wooded area, further fueling the debate over border security and immigration enforcement.
Political and Public Outrage
The case has drawn strong reactions from political leaders and citizens alike. The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed the suspect’s immigration history, and the Trump administration, alongside Secretary Kristi Noem, has vowed to take a tougher stance on border security to prevent similar tragedies.
As the investigation continues, this case serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing immigration crisis and its real-life consequences. The nation watches as justice is sought for Camilia Williams and her grieving family.