Summary
A video shows federal immigration agents punching a restrained man in Evanston, Illinois, after a car accident involving a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle. The Department of Homeland Security stated the action was a defensive response to the man allegedly grabbing an agent's genitals. Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss is launching investigations into the incident, focusing on the use of force and the car collision.
Key Facts
- The incident happened in Evanston, Illinois, after a car hit the back of a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle.
- Video footage shows a crowd gathering, with agents using pepper spray and one agent punching a restrained man.
- The man reportedly grabbed an agent’s genitals, which DHS claims led to the use of force.
- Three U.S. citizens were detained during the operation.
- Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss announced two investigations: one on the use of force and another on the vehicle collision.
- The Evanston Police Department is gathering evidence to send to the Illinois attorney general’s Civil Rights Division.
- Several people received medical treatment due to pepper spray exposure during the incident.
- There are ongoing concerns and criticisms about the tactics used by immigration enforcement agents.
