ICE agent kills driver who allegedly struck officer during arrest

Franklin Park, IL — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed a man near Chicago on Friday after the driver allegedly attempted to strike agents with his vehicle during an arrest operation.

Key Details:

• Incident Overview: ICE agents were attempting to arrest Silverio Villegas-Gonzales, an undocumented migrant, when he resisted and drove his car toward the officers. One agent was struck and dragged by the vehicle.
• Agent’s Response: The dragged agent, fearing for his life, opened fire, striking Villegas-Gonzales, who later died at a hospital.
• Injuries: The ICE agent sustained severe injuries but was reported in stable condition.

Background:

• Suspect’s History: Officials stated Villegas-Gonzales had a record of reckless driving and entered the U.S. "at an unknown date and time."
• Local Reaction: Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker called for transparency, saying residents deserve "a full, factual accounting."
• Community Context: Franklin Park, a suburb northwest of Chicago, has a significant Hispanic population (~50%).

Broader Context:

ICE has intensified enforcement in the Chicago area under the Trump administration’s directives. Local police confirmed they were not involved in the incident.

This remains a developing story.