A Los Angeles tow truck driver has been arrested on federal charges after allegedly towing an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) vehicle during an active immigration enforcement operation. Bobby Nunez, a local tow truck operator, was seen filming himself as he moved the government-issued vehicle while agents attempted to detain an individual suspected of unlawful presence in the United States.
Nunez is now charged with theft of government property and could face up to 10 years in federal prison if convicted. According to a criminal complaint, the incident occurred on August 15 when ICE agents were conducting an arrest at a downtown Los Angeles luxury apartment complex. The officers had used two government vehicles to block the target’s car and prevent her escape, with emergency lights activated.
During the operation, Nunez approached the scene and allegedly pressed the passenger door of the detained individual’s vehicle against an agent, prompting threats of arrest. After being informed that the agents were engaged in a federal investigation, Nunez reportedly swore at them and warned, “Something was going to happen” to them. He then entered his tow truck and towed one of the government vehicles used to block the suspect’s car. At the time, the vehicle still contained its keys and a firearm locked in a safe.
Two days later, law enforcement located Nunez’s tow truck parked at the same apartment complex. The case highlights the legal consequences of interfering with federal immigration operations, as prosecutors emphasized the disruption caused by the driver’s actions.
Nunez’s arrest underscores the potential penalties for individuals who obstruct official law enforcement activities, particularly those involving federal agencies like ICE. The case remains under investigation, with further details expected to emerge in court proceedings.