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Pedestrian killed after fleeing ICE encounter in Florida, marking third immigration-linked death in a week
us-news7 hours ago

Pedestrian killed after fleeing ICE encounter in Florida, marking third immigration-linked death in a week

Four men encountered by Homeland Security Investigations fled a Florida parking lot; one ran into a busy road and was struck by a tractor-trailer, dying at the scene. The death is the third immigration-enforcement-related fatality in a week amid public backlash over shootings in Texas and Maine. It remains unclear whether the deceased was the operation’s target or whether others were in custody, and ICE/DHS did not respond to requests for comment.

via The Guardian|
#death#florida#ice
Indonesian Highway Crash Kills 13, Including Wedding Guests
asia1 day ago

Indonesian Highway Crash Kills 13, Including Wedding Guests

A pickup truck carrying wedding guests collided on an Indonesian highway, killing at least 13 people and injuring several others after the impact hurled passengers onto the road; police said the overturned vehicle was then struck in the opposite lane by another truck, with five survivors hospitalized and authorities launching an investigation into the crash. Officials note deadly traffic accidents are common in Indonesia due to overloaded vehicles and gaps in road-safety enforcement.

via The Independent|
#asia#indonesia#road-safety
Pennsylvania State Trooper Killed in I-81 Crash Involving Haitian Trucker
us-news10 days ago

Pennsylvania State Trooper Killed in I-81 Crash Involving Haitian Trucker

A Pennsylvania State Police trooper was killed when a semitruck struck his vehicle on Interstate 81 in Cass Township during a roadside inspection; the second truck, driven by 33-year-old Michael Bon, a Haitian national who had entered the U.S. as a parolee and later had his parole terminated, veered off the road and caused a fatal chain reaction. Bon, who obtained a non-domiciled CDL in Massachusetts and remained in the U.S. despite a DHS detainer, was charged with homicide by vehicle, reckless endangering, involuntary manslaughter and related offenses as authorities investigated the crash.

via New York Post|
#illegal-immigrant#pennsylvania#state-police
Three Monkeys Remain at Large After Truck Crash in Mississippi
world8 months ago

Three Monkeys Remain at Large After Truck Crash in Mississippi

Three Rhesus monkeys escaped after a truck crash in Mississippi; most were killed, but three remain loose. The monkeys, housed at Tulane University’s research center, are not infectious but are considered dangerous due to their aggressive nature. Authorities are searching for the missing monkeys, and the incident raises questions about animal transport and safety.

via AP News|
#escaped-animals#mississippi#monkeys
Biden Admin Releases Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver After Fatal California Crash
us8 months ago

Biden Admin Releases Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver After Fatal California Crash

A 21-year-old illegal immigrant from India, released into the US under the Biden administration's 2022 policy, is accused of causing a fatal semi-truck crash in California, killing three people. The suspect, Jashanpreet Singh, was found to be impaired and not in lawful immigration status, raising concerns about the effectiveness of detention policies and safety standards for commercial drivers. The incident highlights ongoing issues with immigration enforcement and road safety regulations in the US.

via New York Post|
#biden-administration#california#illegal-immigrant
US suspends new visas for commercial truck drivers amid Florida crash controversy
local-news10 months ago

US suspends new visas for commercial truck drivers amid Florida crash controversy

A truck driver accused of causing a fatal crash on Florida's Turnpike, who is an illegal immigrant from Mexico with a history of licensing issues, has been returned to Florida. In response to safety concerns, Secretary Marco Rubio has suspended all worker visas for commercial truck drivers, citing safety risks posed by foreign drivers and a driver shortage. The investigation into the crash continues, with authorities focusing on driver competence and licensing.

via CBS News|
#driver-licensing#florida#illegal-immigration