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ICE mistaken identity detention in Evanston

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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 ~~agents attempted to detain an individual they believed resembled~~ five federal agents, conducting a ~~suspect~~ targeted enforcement operation for a fugitive with ~~an active warrant.~~ 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 ~~cooperate or~~ 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 for minor injuries. The~~ treatment, and the Evanston Police Department is currently investigating the encounter.

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