U.S. citizen beaten by ICE agents outside home as autistic son watched
Alfredo Rueda, a U.S.-born man in Victorville, was grabbed and struck by ICE agents while preparing to take his autistic son to school, leaving the boy frightened and Rueda needing medical care.
Oct 15, 2026Victorville, CA

Alfredo Rueda, a U.S.-born Latino man living in Victorville, California, was confronted by ICE agents while preparing to take his autistic son to school. His wife, April Vélez, said at least three agents grabbed and struck him and attempted to remove him from his property after telling him he resembled someone they were looking for. Neighbors and witnesses began filming the encounter, after which the agents released Rueda and left without explanation. The family said the incident left their son deeply frightened and that Alfredo required medical attention. A video of the encounter went viral online, and Rueda said he remains traumatized by the experience.
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