San Bernardino Man Arrested: Federal Officer Shot At Truck
This article details the arrest of a San Bernardino man, identified as Longoria, following an incident where he was shot at by a masked U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer during an immigration stop. Here’s a breakdown of the key points:
The Incident: on August 16th, Longoria was stopped by ICE and CBP officers for an “immigration check.” He claims he feared for his safety when masked officers broke his car window and drove off. Homeland Security officials allege he attempted to run the officers over, injuring them. longoria’s attorneys dispute this, claiming he did not attempt to harm the officers.
The Arrest: Longoria was arrested on August 28th by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agents in a highly militarized raid on his home. His attorneys describe the raid as excessive and intended to intimidate him and his family for speaking out about the shooting.
Charges: Longoria is charged with assault on a federal officer with a deadly/dangerous weapon. The complaint alleges he struck a CBP officer with his truck door. legal Proceedings: He was released on a $5,000 bond after an initial court appearance and is scheduled to be arraigned on September 30th.
Immigration Status: Longoria is being held by ICE due to a detainer, as he is described as an “illegal alien” by the U.S. attorney’s office.
Conflicting Narratives: There’s a clear conflict between Longoria’s account (fear for safety, no intent to harm officers) and the government’s account (attempted assault).* Department of Homeland Security Response: DHS officials defend thier actions, stating their commitment to enforcing the law and protecting officers, while criticizing California officials for undermining those efforts.
The article highlights a contentious situation with serious allegations on both sides, raising questions about the use of force by immigration officers and the tactics used during Longoria’s arrest. It also points to the complexities surrounding immigration enforcement and the potential for escalation during encounters.