Summary
A U.S. citizen allegedly used a large van to try to hit law enforcement officers during an operation in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) says they are increasing their law enforcement efforts in the area to focus on public safety threats and people with criminal records as part of Operation Charlotte's Web.
Key Facts
- A man allegedly drove a van toward federal agents, leading to a high-speed chase.
- The suspect was arrested, and a gun was found in the vehicle.
- One law enforcement officer was injured during the incident.
- DHS has increased its presence in Charlotte as part of a federal operation targeting illegal immigrants with criminal records.
- This increase follows President Trump's administration's stringent immigration policies.
- Nearly 1,400 ICE detainers are reported as not honored by local law enforcement in North Carolina.
- ICE detainers request local authorities to hold someone beyond their release date for federal custody, but local compliance is voluntary.
- DHS says they aim to target public safety threats in these operations.
