Crime
Who is Lucy Martinez? Nathan Hale Elementary School Teacher Who Mocked the Death of Charlie Kirk
CHICAGO, IL — A disturbing video from a recent “No Kings” protest has sparked public outrage after a woman was filmed mocking the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, turning a tragic event into a moment of ridicule.
The woman in the video has been identified online as Lucy Martinez, reportedly an elementary school teacher from Chicago.
According to multiple social media posts, Martinez is said to be employed at Nathan Hale Elementary School, though Chicago Public Schools officials have not yet confirmed her current employment status.
In the viral clip, Martinez can be seen laughing and making crude remarks about Kirk’s death, allegedly referencing his fatal injuries in a manner that many have called deeply disrespectful and inhumane.
The footage quickly gained traction online, prompting widespread condemnation and renewed debate about professionalism and accountability within the education system.
Following the incident, Nathan Hale Elementary School’s official website and social media accounts, including its X (formerly Twitter) profile, were taken offline, leading to speculation that the school may be attempting to manage fallout from the controversy.
No official explanation has been provided by the school or the district.
Critics have highlighted Martinez’s alleged behavior as emblematic of growing intolerance within activist circles.
The “No Kings” movement, which promotes itself as a campaign for justice and equality, has faced backlash for what detractors describe as hypocrisy — preaching compassion while celebrating violence.
Parents and community members have voiced outrage, emphasizing that educators are entrusted with shaping the minds and values of young students.
Engaging in or endorsing rhetoric that glorifies political violence, they argue, is incompatible with the ethical and professional responsibilities expected of teachers.
Across Chicago, the incident has intensified discussions about political polarization, bias in classrooms, and the importance of maintaining neutrality and respect in public education.
If the claims about Lucy Martinez’s employment prove accurate, the case may prompt further review by the school district regarding appropriate conduct standards for teachers and the role of social media behavior in maintaining public trust.
Crime
Venezuelan national Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis shot in the leg by an immigration agent in Minneapolis
On January 14, 2025, federal law enforcement personnel were engaged in a targeted enforcement operation involving Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis, a Venezuelan national who has been present in the United States since 2022.
The operation escalated into a high-speed pursuit, a physical confrontation, and an ambush by multiple subjects, necessitating the use of a defensive firearm discharge by a federal agent.
At approximately 6:50 PM, federal officers initiated a targeted traffic stop of a vehicle operated by Sosa-Celis.
The subject refused to comply with law enforcement commands and attempted to flee the scene.
During the pursuit, the subject’s vehicle collided with a stationary, parked car.
Following the collision, the subject abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene on foot.
A federal agent pursued the suspect on foot and successfully intercepted him. As the agent attempted to effect an arrest, the subject became combative, resulting in a violent struggle on the ground.
During this confrontation, two additional male subjects emerged from a nearby residence to intervene.
These individuals reportedly ambushed the agent, utilizing a snow shovel and a broom handle to strike the officer.
The situation escalated when the primary suspect, Sosa-Celis, regained his footing and joined the two additional subjects in the assault.
Reports indicate the suspect struck the agent with a blunt object (identified as either the shovel or broom handle).
Citing an immediate threat to his life while being outnumbered and actively assaulted by three individuals, the agent discharged his service weapon in self-defense.
The discharge struck Sosa-Celis in the lower extremity (leg). Following the shot, all three suspects retreated into a nearby apartment complex and initiated a barricade situation.
Following a brief standoff, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) successfully secured the perimeter and apprehended all three individuals without further injury.
Both the federal agent and Sosa-Celis were transported to a local medical facility for treatment.
Images from the scene showed Sosa-Celis conscious and alert during transport.
All three subjects involved in the assault are currently in the custody of ICE.
Further charges related to the assault on a federal officer and resisting arrest are pending review by the U.S. Attorney’s Office.