URGENT UPDATE: Tensions erupted in Addison, Illinois, as federal agents detained a driver following a dramatic incident involving a broken car window. This confrontation occurred on October 29, 2023, just hours before dozens of protesters gathered to voice their outrage along Lake Street.
Witnesses reported that federal agents, including ICE personnel, were seen detaining at least two individuals outside La Huerta grocery store. A grocery store employee captured the shocking moment on video, showing an agent breaking the window of the vehicle before taking the occupants into custody.
Maria Sinkule, a local protester, expressed disbelief at the scene, stating, “There were about four vehicles, maybe five ICE vehicles that were in the parking lot.” She questioned the legality of the detainment, emphasizing that the agents had “no judicial warrant, no expedited removal order.”
The driver was later released after confirming her immigration status, but the incident left the community shaken. “This really impacts my community,” Sinkule added. “People are too scared to go to the store; my students are too scared to go to school.”
Community members rallied around La Huerta, with Allison Galvan leading efforts to educate and mobilize residents. “There’s people I love and care about that are impacted by this,” she said. “We need to be educated, we need to support each other, and that’s how we’re going to get through this.”
In a statement, Addison Mayor Tom Hundley acknowledged the limited ability to intervene in federal operations but asserted his commitment to maintaining a welcoming environment. “Our Village continues to be a respectful and welcoming place for all,” he stated.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has been contacted for further details regarding the Addison incident but has not yet responded. However, DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin commented on a separate operation in nearby Chicago, highlighting an increase in assaults against federal officers.
“On October 25, 2025, Border Patrol conducted an operation that resulted in the arrest of a criminal illegal alien from Mexico,” McLaughlin reported. She noted that agents faced significant challenges from protesters during the operation, leading to the deployment of crowd control measures.
The situation in Addison underscores growing tensions surrounding federal immigration enforcement. As the community grapples with fear and uncertainty, local leaders and residents continue to call for solidarity and support.
WHAT’S NEXT: Community protests are expected to continue, with more gatherings planned to discuss the implications of federal operations and their impact on local residents. Observers will be watching closely to see how local and federal authorities respond to the ongoing unrest.
