Los Angeles TikTok Creator Injured in Ice Raid, Charged with Assault After Shooting
A 44-year-old Los Angeles man who documents US Immigration Enforcement (ICE) raids on social media was shot by federal agents and charged with assault after a tense confrontation. Carlitos Ricardo Parias, also known as Richard LA, has gained a significant following online for his unfiltered portrayal of life in southern California.
According to court documents, the FBI had placed an administrative arrest warrant on Parias due to concerns about his whereabouts. When he attempted to flee, federal agents boxed in his car, leading to a violent confrontation. Parias allegedly tried to ram the agents' vehicles and eventually lost control, fishtailing and creating plumes of smoke.
An agent opened fire on the vehicle, hitting Parias in the elbow and causing another deputy US marshal to be injured by a ricochet bullet. Witnesses described Parias as nervous and afraid during the incident, which also involved the use of rubber bullets and tear gas.
The acting US attorney condemned the use of vehicles as "deadly weapons" that can pose a significant threat to federal agents. If convicted, Parias faces up to eight years in prison.
Parias has become a prominent figure in Los Angeles for his fearless storytelling and authentic portrayal of life in South Central LA. He recently received recognition from local officials for his impact on the community.
The incident highlights concerns about aggressive tactics employed by ICE during mass deportations across southern California. Immigrant rights advocates have long warned about the increasing use of violent measures, leading to a heightened sense of unease among communities.
Parias remains hospitalized while awaiting his court appearance. The delay in proceedings has sparked questions about the prioritization of justice and safety for all individuals involved.
A 44-year-old Los Angeles man who documents US Immigration Enforcement (ICE) raids on social media was shot by federal agents and charged with assault after a tense confrontation. Carlitos Ricardo Parias, also known as Richard LA, has gained a significant following online for his unfiltered portrayal of life in southern California.
According to court documents, the FBI had placed an administrative arrest warrant on Parias due to concerns about his whereabouts. When he attempted to flee, federal agents boxed in his car, leading to a violent confrontation. Parias allegedly tried to ram the agents' vehicles and eventually lost control, fishtailing and creating plumes of smoke.
An agent opened fire on the vehicle, hitting Parias in the elbow and causing another deputy US marshal to be injured by a ricochet bullet. Witnesses described Parias as nervous and afraid during the incident, which also involved the use of rubber bullets and tear gas.
The acting US attorney condemned the use of vehicles as "deadly weapons" that can pose a significant threat to federal agents. If convicted, Parias faces up to eight years in prison.
Parias has become a prominent figure in Los Angeles for his fearless storytelling and authentic portrayal of life in South Central LA. He recently received recognition from local officials for his impact on the community.
The incident highlights concerns about aggressive tactics employed by ICE during mass deportations across southern California. Immigrant rights advocates have long warned about the increasing use of violent measures, leading to a heightened sense of unease among communities.
Parias remains hospitalized while awaiting his court appearance. The delay in proceedings has sparked questions about the prioritization of justice and safety for all individuals involved.
... I mean, Carlitos Ricardo Parias was just doing his thing on TikTok, documenting life in South Central LA, and then BAM! ICE agents show up and it's like a real-life video game scenario. 
I don't know about the specifics of the situation, but it seems like things escalated pretty quickly.
). And what's up with the use of rubber bullets and tear gas? That stuff can be super scary, especially if you're already nervous. 
I guess it just highlights the tension between those who want to speak out against ICE raids and the agents trying to do their job.
. The fact that he was recognized by local officials for his impact on the community is awesome, though! Maybe this whole situation will lead to some changes in how ICE operates? Fingers crossed 
rubber bullets, tear gas... it's all just too much! and now he's stuck in the hospital while these agents are just chillin' 
waiting for their court day. i mean, i get it, safety first and all that, but come on, can't we find a better way to do this? 
i feel so bad for him, hes been a voice for the community and now its being silenced 
his content is raw and honest, he isnt afraid to show the truth 
but at what cost? the feds should be held accountable for their actions, this kind of aggression is never okay 
and what about the other deputy marshal who got hurt? did they even get proper care or support? 
and what if he wasn't even armed? The fact that they had an admin arrest warrant out for him doesn't excuse the need for a firefight 
. And now he's facing up to 8 years in prison? That's wild 
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It's not right that they had an admin arrest warrant out on him and then tried to ram his car or whatever. I mean, I get that safety is a concern, but shooting someone in the elbow because they didn't want to be boxed in? That's just crazy. 
And now he's facing up to 8 years in prison for trying to survive a confrontation with federal agents... what does that even say about our system of justice? 
the FBI placing an arrest warrant on him because of his online presence sounds like a classic case of overreach. shouldn't they be focusing on actual crimes rather than his internet activity? 
and charged with assault 
i feel bad for him tho, hes been open about his struggles as an undocumented immigrant and now this is what happens when ur voice gets heard 
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Let's all be there for Carlitos and support him during this tough time. 
. And then they have the nerve to box him in with their cars like a domestic dispute 
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. I'm not saying he didn't deserve to get caught or anything but come on, they're the ones with guns and training, shouldn't they be worried about causing harm? 
. And now he's facing 8 years in prison for trying to protect himself and his community? That's just not right, fam 
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. I hope he gets the justice he deserves and that this incident sparks some real change regarding ICE tactics 
. It's not right that he's facing assault charges though - I hope he gets a fair shake out of this