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Border Patrol Agent Arrested for Drunk Driving in St. Paul

1/31/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Border Patrol agent Alfredo Mancillas Jr. was arrested in St. Paul, Minnesota, for drunk driving after being found unconscious and covered in vomit in his car.
State troopers discovered him in a no-parking zone early Tuesday morning.
Mancillas refused a breathalyzer.
Mancillas failed a field sobriety test.
The immigration operation in Twin Cities has resulted in two United States citizen deaths and prompted protests and judicial pushback against federal agents.

History

Historical Context

The U.S. implemented a "zero tolerance" immigration policy in April 2018, leading to the separation of over 5,500 children from their parents, including asylum seekers. This controversial practice, which began in 2017, faced widespread condemnation and protests, prompting an executive order to end separations on June 20, 2018. The ongoing scrutiny of Border Patrol practices highlights the urgent need for reform in immigration enforcement.

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Story summary

Border Patrol agent Alfredo Mancillas Jr. was arrested in St. Paul, Minnesota, for drunk driving after being found unconscious and covered in vomit in his car.
State troopers discovered him in a no-parking zone early Tuesday morning.
Mancillas refused a breathalyzer.
Mancillas failed a field sobriety test.
The immigration operation in Twin Cities has resulted in two United States citizen deaths and prompted protests and judicial pushback against federal agents.

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