Border Patrol Agent Put Man In Chokehold After West Side Car Crash, Leaders Say

A man was detained by federal agents after a car crash in Garfield Park, leading to community outrage over allegations of excessive force. Eyewitnesses claimed that an agent used a chokehold on the man, who was later released at the scene. The woman involved in the crash was taken to the hospital with injuries. Officials clarified that the federal agents were not conducting immigration enforcement. Mayor Brandon Johnson condemned the agents' behavior, labeling them as rogue and untrustworthy.

This incident highlights growing concerns about the presence of Border Patrol in Chicago, especially amid ongoing federal immigration operations. Community leaders argue that such actions intimidate local residents. The incident underscores the broader debate over federal intervention in local policing matters.