Blue Alert Issued in Texas After Officer Shot in Attack on ICE Facility

TEXAS, USA — A manhunt is underway after a July 4 attack on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center in Alvarado, Texas, left a local police officer wounded.

The FBI has identified the suspect as Benjamin Hanil Song, who is wanted in connection with the shooting at the Prairieland Detention Center, a facility operated by ICE.

During the assault, an officer with the Alvarado Police Department was shot and injured. Officials have not yet released details about the officer’s condition.

A federal arrest warrant was issued for Song on July 9 by the U.S. District Court in Fort Worth. He faces charges including:

• Attempted murder of a federal officer
• Use of a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence

The FBI is offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to Song’s arrest and conviction. Authorities say he is armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the FBI or local law enforcement immediately.

🔵 What is a Blue Alert?

Blue Alerts are activated when a law enforcement officer has been seriously injured or killed, and the suspect poses an ongoing threat. The alert system helps mobilize public assistance to locate the suspect quickly.

📞 Have info? Call your local authorities or the FBI.

🔗 Stay safe and alert. This is a developing story.

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