ICE Agents Rear-End Suspect, Cause Multi-Car Crash in Baltimore
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ICE Agents Rear-End Suspect, Cause Multi-Car Crash in Baltimore

06 April, 2026.USA.3 sources

Key Takeaways

  • ICE vehicle rear-ended a civilian van in Baltimore.
  • Victim Ever Alvarenga Rios, 32, hospitalized with concussion.
  • Cause of crash disputed; some report fleeing suspect, others ICE-initiated.

The Incident

A 32-year-old Honduran man was hospitalized after ICE agents rear-ended his vehicle in Baltimore.

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) on Saturday pushed back on claims by Sen

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Ever Alvarenga Rios' vehicle was violently rear-ended during an attempted arrest, and he was subsequently detained.

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DHS identified him as an illegal immigrant with a final order of removal, while Van Hollen described him as an asylum seeker.

ICE said Alvarenga-Rios drove recklessly and slammed on his brakes causing a multi-car pileup.

Both Alvarenga-Rios and two ICE officers were transported to a local hospital for treatment.

Legal Representation and Access

Alvarenga Rios' attorney has been repeatedly denied access to his client.

His wife reported he had a concussion, an arm in a cast, and was in pain.

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Mayor Brandon Scott condemned ICE's actions as aggressive and reckless.

This is the second crash involving federal immigration agents in Maryland this week.

Political Reactions

DHS acting assistant secretary accused sanctuary politicians of encouraging illegal aliens to evade arrest.

ICE emphasized its officers used the minimum amount of force necessary.

The diverging narratives highlight deep political fault lines over immigration enforcement.

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