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ICE Shoots Gang-Linked Suspect During Traffic Stop in Patterson

4/7/2026

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Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez was shot by ICE during traffic stop in Patterson, April 7, 2026.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said Mendoza Hernandez tried to run over an officer.
Mendoza Hernandez is linked to 18th Street Gang and was wanted for murder in El Salvador.
The FBI and local authorities are investigating.
Over 180 vehicle attacks against ICE have been reported since President Donald Trump began his second term.

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Story summary

Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez was shot by ICE during traffic stop in Patterson, April 7, 2026.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons said Mendoza Hernandez tried to run over an officer.
Mendoza Hernandez is linked to 18th Street Gang and was wanted for murder in El Salvador.
The FBI and local authorities are investigating.
Over 180 vehicle attacks against ICE have been reported since President Donald Trump began his second term.