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US Marshal Injured in Dramatic Immigration Enforcement Operation in Los Angeles

10/21/2025
In a tense immigration operation in Los Angeles, a US marshal was injured when an ICE agent's weapon accidentally discharged during a confrontation with a suspect. The suspect, who attempted to flee by ramming a law enforcement vehicle, is reportedly gravely wounded. The FBI is now investigating the incident.
US Marshal Injured in Dramatic Immigration Enforcement Operation in Los Angeles
A US marshal was injured during an immigration enforcement operation in LA when an ICE agent's gun discharged. The suspect is gravely wounded, and the FBI is investigating.

Two Injured in Immigration Enforcement Operation in Los Angeles

Early Tuesday morning, a serious incident during an immigration enforcement operation in Los Angeles left two individuals injured, including a U.S. Marshal. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed the details surrounding this alarming event.

Details of the Incident

According to sources, an agent from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) accidentally discharged their weapon while attempting to apprehend a suspect. The individual had reportedly rammed their vehicle into a car occupied by a team of ICE agents and U.S. Marshals who were conducting the operation. The condition of the suspect remains unclear, although initial reports indicated that they were “gravely wounded.”

Injuries and Medical Status

The U.S. Marshal who sustained injuries during the confrontation is currently in stable condition, as confirmed by the U.S. Marshals Central District of California. This incident highlights the risks faced by law enforcement officers during immigration enforcement operations.

Investigation by the FBI

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. According to DHS, the altercation occurred during a “targeted enforcement traffic stop.” The agency reported that the suspect had previously escaped from custody, making the situation even more precarious.

Account of the Confrontation

In a statement, ICE explained that their officers, supported by U.S. Marshals, initiated a routine traffic stop on the suspect, who was identified as an illegal alien. The suspect allegedly weaponized their vehicle and attempted to ram into the law enforcement vehicle in an effort to evade capture. The statement highlighted the officers' training, stating, “Fearing for the safety of the public and law enforcement, our officers followed their training and fired defensive shots.”

Incident Outcomes

During the exchange of gunfire, the suspect was shot in the elbow, while a ricochet bullet struck one of the law enforcement officers in the hand. Both individuals are receiving medical care in a hospital following the incident. Investigators believe that the confrontation escalated when an ICE officer confronted the suspect’s vehicle and attempted to break a window with their service weapon. In the ensuing struggle to apprehend the suspect, the agent’s firearm discharged, resulting in injuries to both the suspect and the U.S. Marshal.

Further Developments

As the investigation continues, CNN has reached out to the Los Angeles Police Department for additional details on this ongoing situation. This incident underscores the critical nature of law enforcement operations related to immigration and the potential dangers involved.

Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available regarding this significant event in Los Angeles.

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