Man Arrested for Threatening ICE Agents with AR-15 in Washington State
Federal authorities arrested Manuel Lozano in Yakima, Washington, after he allegedly threatened HSI agents with an AR-15 rifle and stated he had enough ammunition to "smoke" them during an immigration enforcement operation on May 19. The incident is part of a broader pattern documented by DHS showing significant increases in assaults and threats against ICE personnel. The case highlights tensions between immigration enforcement operations and armed resistance from civilians.
Manuel Lozano, an American citizen, was arrested on June 4 after allegedly threatening Homeland Security Investigations agents who came to his home to apprehend an undocumented immigrant on May 19 in Yakima, Washington. According to DHS, Lozano initially displayed a pistol and told agents "I've got something for you" before retrieving an AR-15-style rifle and stating he had 60 rounds and enough ammunition to "smoke" the officers. Federal authorities seized two firearms, firearms parts, and mixed ammunition from his residence. Lozano has been charged with threatening a federal law enforcement officer. DHS officials cited the incident as part of a documented trend, noting a 1,300% increase in assaults, 3,300% increase in vehicle assaults, and 8,000% increase in death threats against ICE personnel.
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The specific charges Lozano faces beyond threatening a federal officer, his criminal history if any, the legal basis for the immigration enforcement operation at his residence, and the current status or outcome of the case are not detailed.
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘I’ve Got Something For You’: Man Threatens ICE Agents Before Pulling Out AR-15
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