Summary
A Vermont man named José Paniagua Calderón was arrested by immigration agents, and his family claims that the agents drove over his foot during the arrest. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) denies these claims, stating that he was not injured. The incident is under investigation, and the man's family is planning a protest.
Key Facts
- José Paniagua Calderón was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on December 4.
- His family claims ICE agents drove over his foot with an SUV during the arrest.
- Video footage appears to show the incident, but DHS denies the claims.
- DHS describes the claims of injury as an "Oscar-level performance."
- Calderón's family says he was denied immediate medical care and pain medication.
- Local police in Vancouver, Washington, are investigating the incident.
- Carmen Paniagua, Calderón's sister-in-law, states the family is planning a protest on December 8.
