Federal Border Patrol Agent Arrested for Drunk Driving in Twin Cities

Alfredo JR Mancillas charged with third- and fourth-degree DWI after incident in St. Paul

Jan. 30, 2026 at 11:55am

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A 31-year-old federal Border Patrol agent from Corpus Christi, Texas was arrested on suspicion of driving drunk while assigned in Minnesota during the White House's immigration crackdown. Alfredo JR Mancillas was charged with third- and fourth-degree driving while intoxicated after a Minnesota State Patrol trooper found him slumped over the wheel of his vehicle, covered in vomit, with signs of impairment.

Why it matters

The arrest of a federal law enforcement officer for drunk driving raises questions about accountability and discipline within the Border Patrol agency, especially during a time of heightened immigration enforcement efforts. It also highlights the ongoing challenges of combating drunk driving and substance abuse issues among public safety personnel.

The details

According to the criminal complaint, a Minnesota State Patrol trooper spotted Mancillas' vehicle pulled over on the side of the road in front of a no parking sign around 3:25 a.m. on January 27th. The trooper found Mancillas slumped over the wheel, covered in vomit, with bloodshot and watery eyes. Field sobriety tests indicated that Mancillas was impaired, leading to his arrest on DWI charges.

  • Mancillas was arrested around 3:25 a.m. on January 27, 2026.
  • Mancillas is scheduled to appear in court on March 24, 2026.

The players

Alfredo JR Mancillas

A 31-year-old federal Border Patrol agent from Corpus Christi, Texas who was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving while assigned to Minnesota.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

The federal agency that employs Mancillas as a Border Patrol agent. CBP confirmed the arrest and stated the incident is under review by the agency's Office of Professional Responsibility.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on March 24 whether to allow Mancillas to be released on bail.

The takeaway

This incident raises concerns about accountability and discipline within the Border Patrol agency, especially as it relates to public safety issues like drunk driving. It underscores the need for robust training, screening, and support programs to ensure federal law enforcement officers uphold the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.