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News18
2 days ago
- News18
‘You've No Rights Here': US Teen Tased, His Friends Detained At Florida Traffic Stop
Last Updated: Three teen were violently detained by Florida Highway Patrol and US Border Patrol during a traffic stop. He was charged with obstruction and sentenced to community service. A routine traffic stop in Florida took a drastic turn on May 2 when 18-year-old US citizen Kenny Laynez-Ambrosio and his friends, including two undocumented immigrants, were violently detained by Florida Highway Patrol and US Border Patrol officers. The incident, captured on Laynez-Ambrosio's phone, has triggered widespread outrage and increased scrutiny of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement methods. Laynez-Ambrosio was driving to a landscaping job in North Palm Beach with his mother and two male friends when their van was stopped by Florida Highway Patrol officers. After a routine ID check, the officers called for backup, and US Border Patrol agents arrived, leading to a violent arrest. In the video footage, officers in tactical gear can be seen violently detaining the men, two of whom are undocumented. One man is put in a chokehold, another appears to be stunned with a Taser, and officers can be heard telling Laynez-Ambrosio: 'You've got no rights here. You're a migo, brother." Laynez-Ambrosio was subjected to a violent arrest during a traffic stop in Florida. He was pushed to the ground, threatened with a stun gun and detained for six hours. Meanwhile, his two friends were taken to the Krome detention centre in Miami, but Laynez-Ambrosio believes they've since been released on bail. Laynez-Ambrosio hadn't planned to record the encounter. 'I already had my phone out to show my mom a silly TikTok," he said, but hit record when officers grew aggressive, the Indian Express reported. 'One of the officers put his hand inside the window, popped the door open, grabbed my friend by the neck and had him in a chokehold." The Indian Express quoted a report by The Guardian saying that despite identifying himself as a US citizen — 'I was born and raised right here" — Laynez-Ambrosio was arrested and later charged with obstruction without violence. He was sentenced to 10 hours of community service and an anger management course. During his detention, officers reportedly tried to pressure him into deleting the footage, but he refused to do so. According to his attorney, Jack Scarola, the charge was retaliation: 'Kenny was charged with filming [and was] alleged to have interfered with the activities of law enforcement. But there was no intended interference – merely the exercise of a right to record what was happening." 'We're Going To End Up Shooting Some Of Them" In the footage, officers can be seen making light of the violence. One Border Patrol agent can be heard saying, 'They're starting to resist more now," to which another replies: 'We're going to end up shooting some of them." Later, officers cheer: 'Goddamn! Woo! Nice!" The specific bonus being referred to is unclear, but Trump's recent spending bill does include billions of dollars for ICE, which covers recruitment incentives and bonuses. The Guardian reported that the Florida Highway Patrol, CBP and ICE declined to comment. But critics say the episode reflects the broader risks of state-federal cooperation on immigration enforcement. Laynez-Ambrosio, still shaken, said he recorded the incident to protect his friends, neither of whom speaks English well. 'I wasn't really worried about myself because I knew I was going to get out of the situation. But I was worried about him. I could speak up for him but not fight back, because I would've made the situation worse," Laynez-Ambrosio said. Despite the traumatic experience, Laynez-Ambrosio hopes the footage will raise awareness about the need for more humane treatment. 'It didn't need to go down like that. If they knew that my people were undocumented, they could've just kindly taken them out of the car and arrested them. It hurt me bad to see my friends like that. Because they're just good people, trying to earn an honest living." view comments First Published: July 26, 2025, 18:40 IST News world 'You've No Rights Here': US Teen Tased, His Friends Detained At Florida Traffic Stop | Video Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Tased, choked and held: Video shows US citizen, his friends being detained in Florida
A routine traffic stop in Florida turned into a violent and racially charged arrest on May 2, when 18-year-old US citizen Kenny Laynez-Ambrosio and his friends were detained by officers from the Florida Highway Patrol and US Border Patrol. The incident, caught on Laynez-Ambrosio's phone, has sparked widespread outrage and renewed scrutiny of immigration enforcement tactics under the Trump administration. Laynez-Ambrosio was driving with his mother and two male friends to a landscaping job in North Palm Beach when their van was pulled over. Florida Highway Patrol called for backup after checking IDs, and US Border Patrol agents soon arrived. In the video footage, officers in tactical gear can be seen violently detaining the men, two of whom are undocumented. One man is put in a chokehold, another appears to be stunned with a Taser, and officers can be heard telling Laynez-Ambrosio: 'You've got no rights here. You're a migo, brother.' A post shared by The Guatemalan-Maya Center (@guatemalanmayacenter) Moments later, officers are heard laughing about the incident and joking about possible bonuses: 'You can smell that … $30,000 bonus.' Laynez-Ambrosio was also pushed to the ground, threatened with a stun gun, and held in custody for six hours. His two friends were transferred to the Krome detention centre in Miami. Laynez-Ambrosio believes they've since been released on bail. Laynez-Ambrosio hadn't planned to record the encounter. 'I already had my phone out to show my mom a silly TikTok,' he said, but hit record when officers grew aggressive. 'One of the officers put his hand inside the window, popped the door open, grabbed my friend by the neck and had him in a chokehold.' A report by The Guardian further added that despite identifying himself as a US citizen — 'I was born and raised right here' — Laynez-Ambrosio was arrested and later charged with obstruction without violence. He was sentenced to 10 hours of community service and an anger management course. While in detention, officers allegedly pressured him to delete the footage. He refused. His attorney, Jack Scarola, believes the charge was retaliation: 'Kenny was charged with filming [and was] alleged to have interfered with the activities of law enforcement. But there was no intended interference – merely the exercise of a right to record what was happening.' A post shared by The Palm Beach Post (@pbpost) The footage shows officers making light of the violence. One Border Patrol agent can be heard saying, 'They're starting to resist more now,' to which another replies: 'We're going to end up shooting some of them.' Later, officers cheer: 'Goddamn! Woo! Nice!' It's unclear what bonus they were referencing, though Trump's latest spending bill allocates billions for ICE, including recruitment incentives and bonuses. The Florida Highway Patrol, CBP and ICE declined to comment, The Guardian reported. But critics say the episode reflects the broader risks of state-federal cooperation on immigration enforcement. As per a report, in February, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a deal with the Department of Homeland Security to allow state troopers to be trained and empowered by ICE to detain immigrants — part of a broader push to deputize local police in immigration enforcement. Florida has the most such agreements in the country. Father Frank O'Loughlin, director of the Guatemalan-Maya Center, said the arrest showcases the human cost of politicised immigration policy: 'This is a story about the corruption of law enforcement by MAGA and the brutality of state and federal troopers – formerly public servants – towards nonviolent people.' Laynez-Ambrosio, still shaken, said he recorded the incident to protect his friends, neither of whom speak English well. 'I wasn't really worried about myself because I knew I was going to get out of the situation. But I was worried about him. I could speak up for him but not fight back, because I would've made the situation worse,' Laynez-Ambrosio said. Despite the trauma, he hopes the footage brings awareness: 'It didn't need to go down like that. If they knew that my people were undocumented, they could've just kindly taken them out of the car and arrested them. It hurt me bad to see my friends like that. Because they're just good people, trying to earn an honest living.'
India Today
4 days ago
- India Today
US tries to make an example out of Indian repeat offender, to deport him
Break the rules, face the consequences. That's the message US immigration authorities are sending to repeat offenders from India. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has made it clear that those who repeatedly violate US laws risk arrest and the latest case, a 25-year-old Indian man has been arrested in a joint operation carried out by multiple US authorities, citing his extensive criminal history and repeated evasion of Singh, who is now in the custody of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), faces deportation, according to the ICE. The joint operation was conducted by ICE, Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) Seattle, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Seattle, and the US Border Patrol's Blaine in a statement, said that he had been arrested several times before."Manjot Singh, 25, is a citizen of India, and was arrested at least 6 times by local police. Singh's criminal history includes robbery, theft, criminal impersonation, and DUI (Driving Under the Influence). He'll stay in ICE custody pending removal proceedings," ICE said in a post on X on Wednesday (US time).Chief Patrol Agent, US Border Patrol, Blaine Sector Washington, Rosario Pete Vasquez, in a social media post said that Singh was living in the US "illegally".Singh was lodged in the Whatcom County Jail before being in ICE INDIANS ARRESTED LAST MONTHLately, several Indian nationals have been arrested in the US for a slew of this month, a 42-year-old Indian national was arrested in the State of Washington on charges of possession of child pornography, ICE informed on July 11."A citizen of India, Gurjeet Singh Malhi, 42, was arrested during a joint federal law enforcement action in WA. Malhi has been charged by local authorities with possession of CSAM, child sexual assault material, commonly known as child porn," ICE said in a arrest triggered a political uproar in India, with both the BJP and the Congress questioning the AAP government in Punjab after purported photos surfaced allegedly showing the offender with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann's family members and other state an 18-minute video of an Indian woman getting detained in the US went viral after she was allegedly caught trying to steal goods worth over $1,300 from a store after spending seven hours incident reportedly occurred in May. Even as the video of the incident went viral, the US Embassy in India released a statement warning visa holders that engaging in crimes like assault, theft, or burglary in the host country could result in visa cancellation and potentially make them ineligible for future to a media query on the shoplifting incident, India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) urged all citizens travelling abroad to respect local laws and uphold the country's image, while confirming that over 1,500 Indians have been deported from the US this year.- Ends
New York Post
4 days ago
- New York Post
Brute on FBI's ‘most wanted' list for tossing cinderblock during anti-ICE riots finally busted at border
The masked brute accused of hurling concrete blocks at federal agents during the violent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles has finally been arrested — getting cuffed at the border by one of the agents he targeted, authorities said. Elpidio Reyna — who was put on the FBI's wanted list over last month's chaos — was busted Wednesday at the US-Mexico border. 'He was taken into custody by a US Border Patrol officer who was inside one of the vehicles damaged in the attack — a brave law enforcement officer who could have been killed in last month's dangerous and reckless attack,' US Attorney Bill Essayli said. Advertisement 4 Elpidio Reyna, who was on the FBI's wanted list, was captured at the US-Mexico border. @USAttyEssayli/X 4 The FBI released images of the suspect and asked for the public's help. FBI Los Angeles The 39-year-old Compton man was allegedly caught on camera brazenly throwing the blocks at FBI vehicles as they drove by him in Paramount on June 8. Advertisement Reyna had initially fled to Mexico after authorities blasted out images of him to track him down, authorities said. 4 The FBI released other images of the suspect wanted during the Los Angeles anti-ICE riots. FBI Los Angeles He was detained by Mexican authorities in the state of Sinaloa earlier this month but later agreed to surrender to the FBI. Reyna was taken into custody at the San Ysidro Port of Entry on a felony charge of assault on a federal officer, authorities said. Advertisement 4 A picture of the suspect lighting debris on fire during the anti-ICE Los Angeles riots. FBI Los Angeles 'To anyone who thinks they can attack federal officers and hide behind a mask or helmet, Reyna's arrest today proves we can find and charge anyone who violates federal law,' Essayli said. Attorney General Pamela Bondi hailed his arrest, saying, 'You can run, but you can not hide. If you attack a law enforcement officer, we'll find you.'
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Yahoo
Driver arrested in 120 mph chase after running Border Patrol checkpoint in far West Texas
A Louisiana man is accused in a 120 mph vehicle chase that ended in a crash after speeding away from the U.S. Border Patrol checkpoint near Sierra Blanca, Texas, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of Texas said. Benjamin Thomas Mackey, of New Orleans, was allegedly transporting 10 pounds of marijuana that he had purchased in a plan to make money to invest it in a business, according to a criminal complaint filed by a U.S. Border Patrol agent. Mackey faces a federal charge of high-speed flight from an immigration checkpoint and is being held without bond at the El Paso County Jail in Downtown El Paso, according to a jail log. If convicted, he could face up to five years in federal prison. The incident occurred about 8 p.m. on July 3 at the Border Patrol checkpoint on Interstate 10 east of El Paso near the town of Sierra Blanca in Hudspeth County, the complaint stated. A silver Mercedes-Benz C 300 driven by Mackey pulled into the checkpoint when a Border Patrol drug-sniffing dog alerted agents to the car, the complaint stated. Mackey told an agent that he is a U.S. citizen, provided a Louisiana driver's license and was referred to a secondary inspection, the complaint stated. Mackey turned off the car when told by agents but appeared to get nervous, quickly restarted the car and sped off. Border smuggling: 'Betrayal of duty': US Army soldiers get prison in West Texas migrant smuggling case One agent "had to move out of the way as he almost got ran over" by Mackey, the complaint stated. The Border Patrol agents chased after the car on I-10 reaching 120 mph but agents were unable to catch up to the sedan and lost sight of it, the complaint stated. About 8:10 p.m., the car was spotted in the town of Sierra Blanca near the Border Patrol station, the complaint stated. When agents attempted to pull over the vehicle, the driver accelerated and "drove in an erratic/dangerous matter" before crashing into metal barriers near a gas station. Mackey ran from the crash before he was arrested by agents. A Border Patrol agent received unspecified injuries to his legs during the chase and was taken to a hospital, the complaint added. More: For the first time in decades, the US-Mexico border is silent. Here's why Agents found 10 pounds of marijuana in a search of the car. When questioned later by a Border Patrol agent, Mackey allegedly admitted to speeding away from the checkpoint because he had the marijuana in the car and was on parole in Louisiana. He allegedly told the agent that he didn't know how fast he was going but that he "floored it" and that's why he lost control of the car and crashed, the complaint stated. The complaint mentioned that Mackey has a criminal history from Louisiana on charges of distribution/possession of marijuana and illegal carrying of a weapon from 2021. Daniel Borunda may be reached at dborunda@ and @BorundaDaniel on X. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Driver arrested in Texas chase after running Border Patrol checkpoint
