79-Year-Old US Citizen Files $50 Million Lawsuit Against ICE After Being Body Slammed
FOX 11 Los AngelesSeptember 25, 20253 min213,842 views
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- π― A 79-year-old US citizen and business owner, Rafie Shouhed, alleges he was body slammed and pinned to the ground by ICE agents during an immigration raid.
- π The incident occurred at Shouhed's car wash in Van Nuys, California, approximately two weeks prior to the news report.
Shouhed's Account of the Encounter
- π£οΈ Shouhed claims he was begging agents, stating he has a heart condition, and attempted to ask them what they needed.
- π₯ He alleges he was thrown to the ground twice, once in the hallway and again outside, despite being respectful and identifying himself.
- π€ Shouhed states he suffered multiple broken ribs and brain damage from being slammed headfirst.
Arrest and Detention
- πΊπΈ Despite protesting his US citizenship, Shouhed says he was arrested and detained for 10-11 hours without medical attention.
- π₯ He was handcuffed and assigned to an officer while awaiting release.
Observations During Detention
- π§ Shouhed reported observing innocent people, including young girls aged 11-13, being brought in by ICE in handcuffs and shackles.
Lawsuit and ICE Statement
- π° Shouhed and his attorneys are filing a $50 million civil rights claim against the Department of Homeland Security.
- βοΈ The Department of Homeland Security stated the operation targeted five undocumented immigrants, and Shouhed was arrested for allegedly assaulting and impeding a federal officer.
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