Hector Villegas-Alvarez, a 27-year-old Colombian national, is facing federal charges for allegedly assaulting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer during an arrest on February 23 in New Jersey. He is accused of using his elbow to physically harm the officer, causing a broken nose and concussion. Charged with assaulting a federal officer, he could face up to 20 years in prison and a hefty fine. ICE officers employed tasers multiple times during the altercation. US Attorney Alina Habba emphasized the commitment to protecting law enforcement personnel in such dangerous encounters.
"As a result of Villegas Alvarez's assault, the victim deportation officer sustained bodily injury, including a broken nose and a concussion from which she suffers severe post-concussion symptoms, including fainting and difficulty breathing."
"These charges reaffirm our commitment to protect the law enforcement officers who put their lives on the line for the people of New Jersey every day."
"Those who choose to attack and assault law enforcement will continue to be met with swift and severe punishment."
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