ICE agents fired at a white van in Glen Burnie, Maryland, on Wednesday morning, striking one person and injuring another, officials said.
Incident Overview
Federal immigration agents were conducting an enforcement and removal action in Glen Burnie when the incident occurred. Police were alerted to a shooting involving federal agents around 10:50 a.m. The agents approached a white van that attempted to run them over.
Police Response and Immediate Aftermath
Anne Arundel County Police responded to the report of the shooting. Both civilians were taken to the hospital, where they received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. Police said neither person sustained life-threatening wounds.
Actions of the ICE Agents
According to preliminary police statements, the ICE agents fired at the van as it accelerated. The vehicle eventually stopped in a wooded area. The agents were the only officials involved in the shooting.
DHS Statement on the Civilians
Department of Homeland Security officials confirmed that both civilians involved in the altercation with ICE are in the U.S. illegally. They did not indicate whether either of the men had been arrested.
Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin’s Comment
“Continued efforts to encourage illegal aliens and violent agitators to actively resist ICE will only lead to more violent incidents,” Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin said in a statement.
Investigations in Progress
Anne Arundel police will investigate the shooting. The FBI is investigating the alleged assault on the agents, and ICE is conducting an internal investigation.
Timeline of Events
- 10:50 a.m. – Police receive report of shooting involving federal agents.
- ICE agents approach a white van that attempts to run them over.
- Agents fire at the vehicle; it accelerates and stops in a wooded area.
- Both civilians are transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Context of the Operation
The incident took place during an enforcement and removal action, a routine activity carried out by ICE agents across the country. The badge of an ICE agent was visible on June 9, 2025, in New York City, underscoring the agency’s presence in the region.
Key Takeaways
- ICE agents fired at a white van in Glen Burnie, Maryland, on June 9, 2025.
- One person was struck and another was injured; both received non-life-threatening treatment.
- Police, FBI, and ICE are conducting investigations into the shooting and alleged assault.
Closing Summary
The shooting in Glen Burnie highlights the tensions that can arise during ICE enforcement actions. While the civilians involved are in the U.S. illegally, no arrests have been announced. Investigations by local police, the FBI, and ICE are ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the incident.
