Benjamin Song: Manhunt for Suspect in ICE Facility 'Ambush' Attack

Ongoing Manhunt for Benjamin Song

• 🔍 A manhunt is underway for Benjamin Song, 32, the last remaining suspect in an alleged ambush on a police officer.
• 🚨 A blue alert remains active for Song, who is from the Dallas area and is now on the state's most wanted list.
• 💰 A $25,000 reward is being offered for his arrest.

Allegations of July 4th Attack

• 🎯 Police allege that Song and 11 others lured officers out of the Prairieland Detention Center in Alvarado on July 4th and attempted to attack them.
• 💥 The attack reportedly resulted in an officer being shot in the neck.
• 🔫 The FBI states that Song purchased four rifles found at the scene, one just 10 days before the incident.

Song's Past Accusations and Military Service

• ⚠️ Song has faced prior accusations of assaulting police, including an incident in 2020 where he allegedly raised a rifle in a firing position towards an officer.
• 🎖️ The Marines confirm Song served nearly 5 years as a supply administration and operations clerk, leaving in 2016 with an other than honorable discharge.
• ⚖️ In a 2023 incident involving counterprotesters at a Fort Worth event, Song was accused of attacking others, though he denied involvement and was later dropped from a lawsuit.
• 📈 Authorities believe Song poses a significant risk due to his demonstrated propensity for violence and military training.