Illegal alien accused of slitting Salt Lake woman's throat, ICE lodges detainer

An illegal alien from Mexico living in Utah has been charged with attempted murder after authorities said he slit a woman's throat.

Jesus Alejandro Ramirez-Padilla has been charged with attempted murder, obstruction of justice, aggravated assault and drug paraphernalia after the March 18 incident in Salt Lake City, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Immigration authorities are requesting that local officials honor a detainer lodged against the suspect.

The victim is reportedly in critical condition in the hospital.