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Person fleeing ICE agents in Florida fatally struck by vehicle, highway patrol says
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 14, 2026
· 3 min read
By Cindy Von Quednow, CNN
(CNN) — A person who ran away from federal immigration agents in St. Augustine, Florida, early Tuesday was struck and killed by a tractor trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol, as the Department of Homeland Security faces increased scrutiny over its tactics....
Key takeaway Four occupants of a vehicle ran away and one ran across State Road 16 and “into the path of the tractor trailer,” Sgt.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The incident in Florida serves as a stark reminder of the complexities of immigration enforcement, but for El Paso residents, it hits close to home due to the city's own experiences with immigration issues. El Paso's unique location on the US-Mexico border means that local authorities often interact with federal immigration agents, and the community is likely to be concerned about the potential consequences of such encounters. The fact that this is not an isolated incident, with similar cases reported in other parts of the country, raises questions about the protocols in place for immigration enforcement operations and the need for transparency and accountability. As the investigation into the Florida incident unfolds, El Pasoans may be watching closely to see how the situation is handled and what implications it may have for their own community.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
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(CNN) — A person who ran away from federal immigration agents in St. Augustine, Florida, early Tuesday was struck and killed by a tractor trailer, according to the Florida Highway Patrol, as the Department of Homeland Security faces increased scrutiny over its tactics....
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