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Imperial Beach Today
By the People, for the People
ICE Shooting Shuts Down Major Interstate 5 Off-Ramp Near Patterson
Authorities say the incident involved an attempt to stop a gang member wanted for murder in El Salvador.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 8:39pm
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The aftermath of a shooting involving federal immigration agents exposes the tensions and potential for violence in their pursuit of suspects.Imperial Beach TodayA shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents has shut down access ramps between Interstate 5 and Highway 130 near Patterson, California. The incident occurred after ICE agents attempted to stop a gang member wanted for questioning in connection with a murder case in El Salvador. The suspect allegedly tried to run over the officers, prompting them to open fire. The FBI is now on the scene investigating the shooting.
Why it matters
The closure of this major off-ramp is causing significant traffic delays in the area, disrupting commutes and commerce. The incident also highlights the ongoing tensions between immigration enforcement and local communities, as well as the potential for violence when federal agents pursue suspects.
The details
According to ICE Director Todd Lyons, the agents were attempting to stop a gang member wanted for questioning in a murder case in El Salvador. The suspect allegedly tried to run over the officers, leading them to open fire. The suspect was transported to a local hospital for further medical attention. The California Highway Patrol says the off-ramp is a 'major artery' into Patterson, and authorities do not have an estimated time for when the ramps will reopen.
- The shooting happened sometime after 7 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, 2026.
- As of 12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, the ramps were still closed.
The players
Todd Lyons
The Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Tom Olsen
A spokesperson for the California Highway Patrol.
What they’re saying
“Officers were attempting to stop a gang member who is wanted for questioning in El Salvador in connection with a murder case. The man allegedly tried to run officers over when they tried to stop him.”
— Todd Lyons, ICE Director
What’s next
The FBI is currently investigating the shooting, and authorities do not have an estimated time for when the closed ramps will reopen.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing tensions between federal immigration enforcement and local communities, as well as the potential for violence when agents pursue suspects. The closure of a major interstate off-ramp is also causing significant disruptions to the local transportation network.
