Man suffered brain injury and severe bruising after ICE arrest in Virginia, records show
Summary
A man named José Mejía Hernandez was arrested by U.S. immigration agents in Virginia and suffered a brain injury and severe bruising. He was hospitalized, fitted with an ankle monitor, and is now facing immigration court.Key Facts
- José Mejía Hernandez, 45, was arrested by ICE agents in Arlington, Virginia, on August 11.
- He was chased by agents and reported being hit by a stun gun during the arrest.
- Mejía Hernandez suffered a brain bleed, traumatic brain injury, and extensive bruising on his face and body.
- He was hospitalized for several days and later fitted with an ankle monitor.
- He needed an MRI scan, which was delayed because he had to remove the ankle monitor under ICE supervision.
- DHS said he tried to flee, necessitating the use of force, but denied he lost consciousness.
- Mejía Hernandez is from Mexico and is in the U.S. without authorization; he is now in removal proceedings.
- His lawyer claims the agents used excessive force without justification.
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