The incident unfolded on U.S. Highway 57, where the car’s arrival seemed unremarkable until the canine unit detected activity in the rear of the vehicle. When agents attempted to investigate, the driver panicked, reversed at high speed, hit one of the officers, and fled the scene. The individual concealed inside the trunk was later confirmed to be attempting to enter the country illegally.

Federal authorities tracked the suspect down, leading to his arrest and conviction. The driver has now been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for assaulting a Border Patrol agent — a reminder of how quickly routine enforcement can turn dangerous. The case underscores the risks faced daily by officers working along the border and highlights the increasing tensions surrounding smuggling attempts and checkpoint evasion.