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ICE mistaken identity detention in Evanston
Overview
In Evanston, Illinois, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents mistakenly detained and injured a U.S. citizen during a fugitive investigation. The incident occurred on a Sunday morning when five federal agents, conducting a targeted enforcement operation for a fugitive with a Chicago address, encountered the man.
Witnesses reported that the man sustained injuries to his head, neck, and teeth, with some alleging the use of excessive force. During the encounter, the man was reportedly heard shouting that he was a U.S. citizen. While the man received medical treatment for minor injuries at St. Francis Hospital, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) defended the agents, stating the individual was non-cooperative and refused to provide identification. One agent also claimed to have sustained injuries during the attempt to handcuff the man.
The agents reportedly left the scene due to concerns regarding potential protesters. Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss confirmed the man received treatment, and the Evanston Police Department is currently investigating the encounter.
Entities
Evanston Police Department · Immigration and Customs Enforcement · Department of Homeland Security · U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement · Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 16 SOURCES] A man sustained injuries to his head, neck, and teeth during an encounter with federal agents. www.singtaousa.com · www.europesays.com · www.cnnbrasil.com.br · evanstonroundtable.com · keyt.com · +11 more
- [● 11 SOURCES] ICE agents encountered a person who resembled the individual they were searching for under a warrant. evanstonroundtable.com · www.singtaousa.com · keyt.com · krdo.com · cbs58.com · +6 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] An ICE agent reported sustaining injuries while attempting to apply handcuffs to the individual. www.singtaousa.com · srnnews.com · www.troyrecord.com · www.winnipegfreepress.com · www.independent.co.uk · +3 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The individual was given lawful commands but refused to cooperate or identify himself. evanstonroundtable.com · cbs58.com · kvia.com · www.singtaousa.com · krdo.com
- [● 5 SOURCES] The Evanston Police Department is investigating the incident. dominicanaaldia.com · sabanetaprimero.com · www.singtaousa.com · canal44.com · www.troyrecord.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The man was treated at St. Francis Hospital for minor injuries. dominicanaaldia.com · srnnews.com · canal44.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Witnesses reported that agents used excessive force against the man. www.singtaousa.com · www.europesays.com
Timeline
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[INTERNATIONAL] 24 sourcesICE agents mistakenly detain and injure U.S. citizen in Evanston
A U.S. citizen was injured and hospitalized in Evanston, Illinois, after being mistakenly targeted by ICE agents during a fugitive search.
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[CRIME] 4 sourcesICE agents mistakenly detain and injure U.S. citizen in Evanston
A U.S. citizen in Evanston was injured after ICE agents mistakenly detained him during a fugitive investigation, later determining he was not the intended suspect.
Sources
abc7chicago.com · canal44.com · cbs58.com · dominicanaaldia.com · drudge.com · elnuevodiario.com.do · europesays.com · evanstonroundtable.com · gopillinois.com · hoylosangeles.com · independent.co.uk · index.hr · keyt.com · krdo.com · kvia.com · localnews8.com · nbcnews.com · newrepublic.com · newsfactsnetwork.com · sabanetaprimero.com · sanjuanpordentro.net · singtaousa.com · srnnews.com · troyrecord.com · viagemegastronomia.com.br · winnipegfreepress.com · wtop.com
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