Chaos exploded in the Los Angeles suburbs of Maywood and Bell late Friday as mobs assaulted Border Patrol vehicles, only to face an immediate and fierce response from law enforcement. Photos shared by DHS on X captures the escalating violence, showing a gray SUV with shattered windows—two gaping holes punched through the glass—evidence of the mob’s aggression.
Today in Bell and Maywood, CA, Border Patrol vehicles were violently targeted during lawful operations.
On Atlantic Blvd, one vehicle was rammed and had its tires slashed. On Slauson Ave, a civilian struck a federal vehicle, totaling it. The driver was arrested for suspicion of… pic.twitter.com/U41oVAZDQz
— Homeland Security (@DHSgov) June 21, 2025
The attacks began during lawful operations, with one vehicle rammed and tires slashed on Atlantic Blvd, while a civilian struck another on Slauson Ave, totaling it. ABC7 and LATACO confirmed the scenes, with LATACO noting a suspect arrested amid a forming mob. The footage, raw and unfiltered, shows agents in tactical gear moving in, their actions decisive as they restored order. The image included, a close-up of the damaged vehicle under a clear sky with a palm tree in the background, speaks volumes of the intensity.
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The violence unfolded with startling speed. On Atlantic Blvd, a Border Patrol vehicle was targeted, its tires slashed as the mob closed in. Meanwhile, on Slauson Ave, a civilian’s collision with a federal vehicle sparked a larger confrontation, with additional tires slashed and a crowd growing hostile. DHS’s post detailed how LAPD, LAFD, and Border Patrol Special Operations responded, arresting one suspect for vehicular assault, who will face the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Social media buzzes with reactions, ranging from outrage at the mob’s actions to praise for the swift response, with users like Gunther Eagleman calling it “about time.” The sound of sirens and shouts in the background of the video underscores the urgency.
This isn’t an isolated incident—it’s part of a broader wave of unrest. The anti-ICE protests, fueled by Trump’s immigration policies, have turned violent across the U.S., from LA to Portland. In Maywood and Bell, the response marks a shift, with law enforcement standing firm against the chaos. The image of the shattered window, a testament to the mob’s fury, contrasts with the agents’ resolve, posing a question for America: can order hold? For these communities, it’s a morning of reckoning; for the nation, it’s a test of resolve.
*Author’s Note: The perspectives in this article are mine alone, aimed at highlighting a pivotal moment without endorsing or condemning any side. It’s a call to consider the broader implications of this escalating conflict.*
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