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Illegal immigrants hesitant to report crimes
Hispanic advocates hope improved relations with law enforcement eases fears
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Fearing exposure to the legal process, undocumented immigrants in the area continue to underreport crimes, local advocates say. That fear is a reality that immigrants, especially in the Hispanic community, must confront. “It definitely has been a problem over the years,” Gainesville Attorney Arturo Corso said.