Federal Operation Ends in Gunfire
A deputy U.S. marshal and an undocumented man were wounded Tuesday during an immigration enforcement stop in South Los Angeles, according to the Department of Homeland Security. Officials said the encounter began when officers from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, assisted by the U.S. Marshals Service, attempted to detain a suspect who allegedly tried to flee by ramming their vehicles. Agents opened fire, striking the driver in the arm. A marshal was also injured when a bullet ricocheted and hit his hand.
Suspect Identified and Hospitalized
Authorities identified the injured man as 44-year-old Carlitos Ricardo Parias. He was taken to a local hospital in stable condition and faces federal charges, including assault on a law enforcement officer. The wounded marshal was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. Witnesses said the confrontation unfolded quickly on a residential street, drawing heavy police presence as investigators secured the area.
DHS Cites Rising Attacks on Federal Officers
In a statement following the shooting, the Department of Homeland Security described the incident as part of a growing trend of violent encounters during immigration enforcement operations. Officials noted an increase in assaults on ICE personnel this year and said the agency is reviewing its use-of-force protocols. Civil rights advocates have called for transparency, urging federal authorities to release full details of the Los Angeles operation.
