Illegal Alien Accused of Killing Georgia Schoolteacher While Fleeing from ICE

Oscar Vasquez Lopez charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting and killing Linda Davis during ICE traffic stop

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

An illegal alien from Guatemala, Oscar Vasquez Lopez, has been charged with vehicular homicide after allegedly hitting and killing a beloved schoolteacher, Linda Davis, in Savannah, Georgia, while attempting to flee from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents during a traffic stop.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers that can arise when individuals resist arrest by federal immigration authorities, putting both law enforcement officers and innocent civilians at risk. It also reignites debates around immigration enforcement and the role of ICE in local communities.

The details

According to ICE officials, Vasquez Lopez was pulled over by agents during a routine traffic stop and initially complied, but then allegedly made a U-turn and ran a red light, leading to the fatal crash with Linda Davis, who was pronounced dead at the scene. Vasquez Lopez, who had a prior deportation order from 2024, is now in police custody and facing charges.

  • On Monday, Vasquez Lopez allegedly hit and killed Linda Davis while fleeing from ICE agents.
  • In 2024, a federal immigration judge issued Vasquez Lopez a final deportation order.

The players

Oscar Vasquez Lopez

An illegal alien from Guatemala who is accused of killing a schoolteacher while fleeing from ICE agents.

Linda Davis

A beloved schoolteacher at Hesse K-8 School in Savannah, Georgia, who was killed in the crash.

Tricia McLaughlin

A spokesperson for the Department of Homeland Security, who condemned the incident as a "deadly consequence of politicians and the media constantly demonizing ICE officers and encouraging those here illegally to resist arrest."

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“This vehicular homicide is an absolute tragedy and deadly consequence of politicians and the media constantly demonizing ICE officers and encouraging those here illegally to resist arrest — a felony. These dangerous tactics are putting people's lives at risk. Fleeing from and resisting federal law enforcement is not only a crime but extraordinarily dangerous and puts oneself, our officers, and innocent civilians at risk. Now, an innocent bystander has lost their life.”

— Tricia McLaughlin, Department of Homeland Security spokesperson (Breitbart)

What’s next

Vasquez Lopez is currently in police custody and is expected to face charges for the vehicular homicide of Linda Davis. The incident is likely to reignite debates around immigration enforcement and the role of ICE in local communities.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the dangers that can arise when individuals resist arrest by federal immigration authorities, putting both law enforcement officers and innocent civilians at risk. It underscores the need for a balanced and thoughtful approach to immigration enforcement that prioritizes public safety while respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals.