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A violent crime spree is sparking outrage in Illinois after a man suspected in an officer shooting used a loophole in the state’s cashless bail system to flee justice. Democratic lawmakers had touted the January 2021 Pretrial Fairness Act as a way to reduce mass incarceration, but hardworking taxpayers are demanding answers after this dangerous suspect was let out with just an ankle monitor.
The suspect allegedly shot at police before disappearing, leaving authorities scrambling to track him down. “This is what happens when you prioritize criminals over law enforcement,” one frustrated cop told Newsmax. The ankle monitor—supposed to keep him in check—was easily removed.
Critics say Illinois’ reckless experiment with eliminating cash bail has made communities less safe. Before this new law, judges could set bail for dangerous suspects like this one. Now they’re forced to let many go free unless they meet strict “clear and convincing” criteria, which defense lawyers often exploit.
Madison County Sheriff Further slammed the system, calling it “a recipe for disaster.” He warned that tens of thousands of violent offenders are now roaming free because politicians were more worried about “equity” than protecting good people. “Where’s the justice for victims?” he asked.
Left-wing groups like the ACLU had celebrated Illinois becoming the first state to abolish cash bail entirely. But real-life consequences are now exposing the flaws. According to recent data, failure-to-appear rates for court hearings remain near 15%—little changed from before cash bail ended.
The PFA’s architects claimed it would save money by keeping $140 million annually in defendants’ pockets. But those savings are short-lived if taxpayers end up funding ankle monitors and manhunts for escaped criminals. “This is soft-on-crime lunacy,” declared Rep. Mike Bost.
ystery still surrounds how the suspect was deemed “non-risky” enough for monitoring. Court records show he had prior crimes, but progressive judges are now even releasing repeat offenders without bail. “They’re playing roulette with our safety,” a police union leader said.
Illinois residents are demanding a repeal of the ill-conceived law. “We need to protect our cops and families—not enable criminals,” one taxpayer told Newsmax. The case is fueling a national debate over whether ending cash bail puts lives at risk.
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