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Man struck and killed by truck after fleeing ICE agents in Florida
By Scripps News Group at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
A 28-year-old man died in Florida Tuesday after he was struck by a semi trailer truck. The man was fleeing from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to state officials.The man died while attempting to cross State Road 16 near a gas station. He was one of four people who fled the sc...
Key takeaway The man died while attempting to cross State Road 16 near a gas station.
Why this matters in The Waco
The incident in Florida serves as a stark contrast to the relatively calm atmosphere of Waco 's own interactions with immigration authorities. While Waco has seen its share of immigration-related issues, the city's law enforcement has generally maintained a cooperative yet distinct relationship with federal agencies. The fact that the Florida incident involved a fatal accident during a pursuit raises questions about the protocols in place for such encounters. In Waco, community leaders have emphasized the need for transparency and accountability in law enforcement actions, particularly when they involve federal agencies. As this story continues to unfold, it will be worth watching how the investigation into the Florida incident might inform or reflect on the practices of immigration authorities in other parts of the country, including Texas. The lack of comment from ICE and the Department of Homeland Security so far has only added to the uncertainty surrounding the circumstances of the man's death.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A 28-year-old man died in Florida Tuesday after he was struck by a semi trailer truck. The man was fleeing from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to state officials.The man died while attempting to cross State Road 16 near a gas station. He was one of four people who fled the sc...
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