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ICE TRANSPORT ESCAPE IN VIRGINIA: MANHUNT AFTER DETAINEE FLEES IN HANDCUFFS

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Bedford, VA police say a 22-year-old ICE detainee, Kelvin Josue Reyes Bonilla, escaped during transport around 5 p.m. near an Arby’s off Lynchburg Salem Turnpike. Multiple agencies launched a manhunt; he was last seen wearing a red shirt, camo gym shorts, black socks, and inmate slides, still in a belly chain and handcuffs. Authorities warn the public not to approach and to call 911 with tips. The incident raises questions about ICE transport security, echoing a recent Texas transport escape.

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