Tragic Death Sparks Protests Following Immigration Raid in California
A 52-year-old man from Guatemala, Carlos Roberto Montoya, was fatally struck by a vehicle while fleeing an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raid at a Home Depot in Monrovia, California. The incident occurred as Montoya dashed onto the 210 Freeway in an attempt to escape from federal agents. His death has ignited significant outrage and grief within the community, prompting protests and a vigil at the site of the incident. Witnesses describe the situation as heartbreaking and inhumane, highlighting the dangers faced by individuals during immigration enforcement operations.
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