ICE Agent In Franklin Park Fatal Shooting Said His Injuries Were Nothing Major, Report Says

Federal immigration agents fatally shot Silverio Villegas González in Franklin Park on September 12 after he allegedly drove his car toward them, reportedly dragging an officer. Body camera footage obtained by the Sun-Times shows an ICE agent downplaying his injuries, claiming they were “nothing major” despite his partner suffering visible injuries. Witness accounts indicate that Villegas González attempted to evade arrest by reversing his vehicle before colliding with a truck. The shooting occurred shortly after he dropped off his two young sons at school, prompting local leaders to express outrage over the incident. Gov.

JB Pritzker and Mayor Brandon Johnson have both called for an independent investigation, emphasizing the responsibility of federal authorities to monitor law enforcement conduct. The Consulate General of Mexico confirmed Villegas González was a Mexican national and the family's sole provider. A GoFundMe set up for his family has raised nearly $58,000 to assist them during this difficult time. This incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement practices in the Chicago area.