ICE Agent Injures Person with Vehicle During Immigration Operation in Texas

During an Immigration and Customs Enforcement operation in the Houston area of Texas, an agent struck and injured a person they were pursuing with their vehicle.

Development of Events

According to authorities, federal agents attempted to stop and arrest a person named Jose Mendoza-Cervantes in northwest Harris County. During this time, the target who got out of the vehicle and Miguel Parra-Hernandez, who was connected to the incident, attempted to move away from the area.

Injury and Hospital Process

Footage captured by security cameras showed the officer chasing Parra-Hernandez and then striking him with their vehicle. The Harris County Sheriff's Office reported that Parra-Hernandez, whose leg was broken due to the impact, was taken to the hospital.

Status of the Target

In a statement made by the US Department of Homeland Security, it was stated that there was a final deportation order issued by a court against Mendoza-Cervantes. It was stated that the individual, who previously had criminal records for driving under the influence and possessing an unlicensed firearm, had not been apprehended as of the morning of the incident.

Reactions of Authorities

Harris County Commissioner Lesley Briones reacted harshly to the situation, stating that she felt deep sorrow and requested that all relevant video recordings be shared with the sheriff's office.