An ICE officer in Louisiana was bitten on the hand by an undocumented immigrant who was resisting arrest, according to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS).
This incident, described as a “serious assault,” involved Maximiliano Perez Perez and took place in the town of Tullos.
Images shared by officials show the officer’s injured hand after the incident.
The DHS reported that during the arrest, Perez-Perez attempted to push the officer away and escape. He used his teeth to grip the officer’s hand, resulting in a break of the skin and bleeding.
“This criminal illegal alien is facing assault charges for brutally attacking a law enforcement officer while trying to evade capture. DHS law enforcement has experienced a staggering 1,150% rise in assaults against them, along with an 8,000% increase in death threats,” stated DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin.
“Every day, ICE officers encounter harsh realities simply while performing their duties,” McLaughlin further conveyed.
She pointed out that many of these attacks, like biting and ramming vehicles, occur largely due to sanctuary policies that encourage undocumented immigrants to evade law enforcement.
DHS noted that Perez-Perez entered the U.S. at an unspecified time without undergoing immigration inspection or parole.
On the same day as the arrest, DHS also reported on another case involving a suspect from Oklahoma accused of threatening a federal officer online.
The agency highlighted, “Threats to assault, kill, or impede federal employees are considered felonies.” They referenced Logan Murfin from Tulsa, who faced multiple charges after making posts on social media encouraging violence against federal agents.
DHS concluded with a remark directed toward Murfin, indicating he was now entering the investigative phase.
