Houston, Texas – On Saturday, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents were conducting a vehicle stop near Houston when two illegal immigrants fled on foot. Miguel Parra‑Hernandez ran in front of an ICE‑operated pickup and was hit by the vehicle. The incident was captured on surveillance video, though the exact moment of impact is not clearly visible.
Injuries and immediate response
ICE spokespersons said Parra‑Hernandez sustained lower‑body injuries, including a suspected broken leg, but his condition is stable and not life‑threatening. “ICE immediately contacted EMS and provided aid,” the agency stated. He was taken to a local hospital for treatment and is currently being held in ICE custody.
Details of the pursuit
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, Parra‑Hernandez and another illegal immigrant, Jose Mendoza‑Cervantes, exited a white pickup truck and attempted to run. Maj. Anthony McConnell, who leads the sheriff’s special investigations bureau, said an ICE agent tried to box in Parra‑Hernandez when the collision occurred. Mendoza‑Cervantes remains at large; ICE described him as a “public safety threat” with prior DUI arrests and unlawful firearm possession.
Context of recent ICE actions
The incident follows a series of high‑profile ICE engagements, including a shooting in New York City that left a driver wounded while his child was in the back seat, and fatal shootings of two illegal immigrants in Houston and Maine earlier this summer. Those cases have intensified public scrutiny of immigration‑related vehicle stops.
Agency guidance and investigation
ICE recently updated internal guidance requiring agents to complete specialized training before conducting vehicle stops and to equip vehicles with lights and sirens. The Harris County Sheriff’s Office, together with the county district attorney, is leading the investigation into Saturday’s incident and is seeking additional surveillance footage.
Administration’s stance on immigration enforcement
President Trump’s administration continues to prioritize strong immigration enforcement to protect American communities. ICE’s swift medical response and ongoing investigation demonstrate the agency’s commitment to lawful, accountable action while safeguarding public safety.
Public assistance requested
ICE is asking anyone with information about Mendoza‑Cervantes’ whereabouts to contact authorities. The agency noted that Mendoza‑Cervantes has a final removal order, has been deported twice, and entered the United States illegally five times.
Original reporting: KRDO (Colorado Springs metro) — read the source article.
