WASHINGTON D.C. – A distressing incident unfolded on Wednesday afternoon at the National Mall in Washington D.C., as federal agents and local police officers detained a man identified as David Pérez Teofani. The arrest, captured on video, shows Mr. Teofani on the ground, visibly distressed and crying, as officers work to secure him. Throughout the intense moments of the arrest, Mr. Teofani repeatedly shouted, "I have done nothing, sir. I am not a criminal. I want to be with my family." He also stated, "I am Mexican. I was coming from work." A reporter present at the scene attempted to ascertain the reason for the arrest and the agency involved, asking officers, "What is he being arrested for?" and "What agency are you guys with?" However, no direct answers were provided by the officers. The video shows officers eventually placing Mr. Teofani into a vehicle. The incident has drawn attention to the emotional impact of such detentions on individuals and their families. Further details regarding the charges against Mr. Teofani and the agencies involved have not been officially released at this time.
David Pérez-Teofani, de 36 años, fue detenido por agentes del ICE; video de la detención se vuelve viral en redes sociales.
