Family of Man Arrested in Montgomery County Raid Demands Investigation

Relatives say federal agents used excessive force and traumatized children during arrest of Mexican immigrant with expired visa

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The family of a 26-year-old Pennsylvania man who was arrested by federal agents during a raid on their Montgomery County home this week is speaking out, calling for an independent investigation into the use of force by the agents. The family says the agents kicked in the bedroom door, hit the man's cousin in the head, and slammed him to the floor, traumatizing the children in the home. The Department of Homeland Security says the man, who is from Mexico and had an expired visa, rammed an ICE vehicle in a "dangerous attempt to evade arrest" before fleeing into the home.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing tensions around immigration enforcement and the use of force by federal agents, particularly in residential neighborhoods. The family's claims of excessive force and the trauma inflicted on children raise concerns about the tactics used by immigration authorities.

The details

According to the family, federal agents from the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) executed a raid on the family's home in Lower Providence Township, Pennsylvania on Monday. The agents kicked in the bedroom door and arrested 26-year-old Jose Lopez, who the family says is Lupe Lopez's cousin. Lupe Lopez says she was hit in the head by an officer, and Jose Lopez was slammed to the floor during the arrest. The family says the children in the home are now traumatized by the incident.

  • The raid occurred on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • The family held a news conference on their street on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, two days after the raid.

The players

Lupe Lopez

The cousin of Jose Lopez, who was arrested during the raid. She recorded cellphone video of the incident and says the agents used excessive force.

Jose Lopez

A 26-year-old man from Mexico who was arrested by federal agents during the raid on his family's home. His visa had expired in December 2021.

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The federal agency that carried out the raid and arrested Jose Lopez, who they described as a "criminal illegal alien" with a prior DUI charge.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal immigration enforcement agency that was involved in the raid and arrest of Jose Lopez.

Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition

A group that is supporting the Lopez family and condemning the actions of the federal agents.

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What they’re saying

“My little brothers are now traumatized. Every little noise, someone knocks at the door, we jump, we get scared.”

— Lupe Lopez, Cousin of Jose Lopez (CBS News Philadelphia)

“Somebody who is so hardworking, who came here for a better future, for something better for himself and his family, and he's getting treated this way like an animal.”

— Lupe Lopez, Cousin of Jose Lopez (CBS News Philadelphia)

“We will fight for our families, we will fight for our freedom, and we will fight for our future.”

— Jasmine Rivera, Pennsylvania Immigration Coalition (CBS News Philadelphia)

What’s next

The family is demanding compensation for the damage to their home and is calling for the federal agents involved in the raid to be fired. They are also demanding an independent investigation into the use of force during the operation.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and concerns around immigration enforcement tactics, particularly the use of force by federal agents in residential neighborhoods. The family's claims of excessive force and trauma to children raise questions about the appropriate balance between public safety and civil liberties.