"I Felt Like I Was Going to Die": Shocking Video of ICE Agent's Brutal Takedown of Autistic Woman Sparks Outrage and Calls for Accountability.
A harrowing video has surfaced, showing the brutal forced removal of Aliya Rahman from her car in Minneapolis by federal immigration agents. The 23-year-old mother was simply trying to attend a medical appointment when her vehicle was surrounded by masked agents, who broke her window, cut her seatbelt, and dragged her out of the car while she remained seated.
Rahman, who identifies as autistic and disabled, says she was subjected to a "violent attack" by federal officers. Her lawyers at the MacArthur Justice Center claim that she suffered injuries during the ordeal, which they are now seeking redress for. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for accountability from ICE officials.
The video has drawn comparisons to another recent ICE encounter in Minneapolis, where a fatal shooting occurred earlier this month. Local officials and civil rights advocates have condemned the actions of ICE agents, highlighting the need for greater transparency and oversight in enforcement operations.
As federal agencies continue to enforce immigration laws in Minnesota, the use of force by unidentified officers is coming under intense scrutiny. The MacArthur Justice Center's involvement in Rahman's case signals a commitment to pursuing justice and holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
The lack of charges related to the arrest has only added fuel to the fire, with many calling for greater transparency and action from federal agencies. The video evidence, meanwhile, is serving as a powerful tool in shaping public opinion and amplifying pressure on ICE officials to explain their actions.
For Rahman, the experience was traumatic and overwhelming. "I thought I was going to die," she told the Associated Press. Her story is now being shared by advocates for immigrant rights, who say that such incidents are all too common and need to be addressed through policy reforms and greater accountability from federal agencies.
A harrowing video has surfaced, showing the brutal forced removal of Aliya Rahman from her car in Minneapolis by federal immigration agents. The 23-year-old mother was simply trying to attend a medical appointment when her vehicle was surrounded by masked agents, who broke her window, cut her seatbelt, and dragged her out of the car while she remained seated.
Rahman, who identifies as autistic and disabled, says she was subjected to a "violent attack" by federal officers. Her lawyers at the MacArthur Justice Center claim that she suffered injuries during the ordeal, which they are now seeking redress for. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for accountability from ICE officials.
The video has drawn comparisons to another recent ICE encounter in Minneapolis, where a fatal shooting occurred earlier this month. Local officials and civil rights advocates have condemned the actions of ICE agents, highlighting the need for greater transparency and oversight in enforcement operations.
As federal agencies continue to enforce immigration laws in Minnesota, the use of force by unidentified officers is coming under intense scrutiny. The MacArthur Justice Center's involvement in Rahman's case signals a commitment to pursuing justice and holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
The lack of charges related to the arrest has only added fuel to the fire, with many calling for greater transparency and action from federal agencies. The video evidence, meanwhile, is serving as a powerful tool in shaping public opinion and amplifying pressure on ICE officials to explain their actions.
For Rahman, the experience was traumatic and overwhelming. "I thought I was going to die," she told the Associated Press. Her story is now being shared by advocates for immigrant rights, who say that such incidents are all too common and need to be addressed through policy reforms and greater accountability from federal agencies.
This is just heartbreaking!!! 
I'm literally shaking with anger rn 
how can someone do this to another human being?!?!?! Aliya Rahman was just trying to get some medical attention and what did she get?!?!?! A violent attack by ICE agents 
it's not right, it's not fair, and it needs to stop NOW!!! 
we need more transparency and accountability from our government agencies 
and we need it now!!! 
my heart goes out to Aliya and her family 
can't wait for justice to be served 
like what's next? they're gonna take away our snacks at the airport too... 
anyway serious though, can't believe the government agents got roughed up a girl just trying to get some medical help 
and then the lack of charges on top of it... that's like playing a game of immigration whack-a-mole 
just make sense and fix it, no need for all this drama 
but once they get into the details it's more clear. i do love how they used subheadings tho 
that makes it easier to read and understand. anyway back to the video, it's super disturbing to watch. i feel for aliya rahman, she's just trying to get some medical attention and what does she get? a violent attack 
the fact that they cut her seatbelt and dragged her out of her car while she was still seated is just outrageous. and now the lack of charges is just rubbing salt in the wound... we need to make sure that everyone who breaks the law gets held accountable, regardless of their position or badge. 
I'm also kinda curious about what kind of "violent attack" Aliya said she experienced. Was it just the whole being dragged out thing or was there some actual physical altercations going on?
I dont think its fair that Aliya had to go thru this in the first place, ICE agents were supposed 2 be helping ppl not hurting them 
. If she was autistic & disabled why didnt they provide her with accomodations instead of treating her like a threat? 
. We need 2 make sure these kinds of incidents dont happen 2 others in the future, maybeICE should review their protocols & train agents on disability awareness 
...and now they're just getting more scrutiny? It's not good enough just to apologize and say 'we'll do better next time' 
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. This incident highlights the need for greater transparency and oversight in law enforcement, especially when it comes to immigration policies 
. I'm all about promoting self-care and mindfulness, but this kind of systemic injustice can be really triggering 
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this is not a matter of immigration laws; it's about basic human rights and dignity 