Summary
A U.S. citizen, Willy Wender Aceituno, has filed a lawsuit against the federal government, claiming immigration agents forcibly removed him from his vehicle and injured him. The incident occurred during a federal operation in Charlotte, North Carolina. He is seeking $1.25 million in damages.
Key Facts
- Willy Wender Aceituno, the plaintiff, is a U.S. citizen who was involved in a confrontation with immigration agents.
- The incident happened on November 15, 2025, while he was picking up breakfast.
- Aceituno recorded a video showing an agent breaking his truck window and removing him from the vehicle.
- He claims that agents left him bleeding and in pain after the altercation.
- Aceituno's lawsuit alleges violations of his constitutional rights and seeks $1.25 million in damages.
- The lawsuit names federal agencies ICE and CBP as responsible for the actions.
- The event took place during “Operation Charlotte’s Web,” a federal enforcement action targeting immigration violations in Charlotte.
- Over 700 undocumented immigrants were arrested during this operation.
