FBI hunts down masked LA brute wanted for hurling ‘cinderblock’ rocks at federal officers during riots — AG Bondi warns: ‘You can’t hide
The FBI has successfully identified the masked individual responsible for hurling bricks at federal law enforcement officers during the recent anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles. US Attorney General Pam Bondi made the announcement, warning other instigators that they will be held accountable for their actions.
The suspect, identified as 40-year-old Elpidio Reyna, is currently at large. US Attorney Bill Essayli emphasized that Reyna cannot hide from justice and is now on the most wanted list. He faces charges of assault on a federal officer, with a potential sentence of up to eight years in prison if convicted.
Despite the FBI’s efforts to locate Reyna, he remains at large. The bureau’s Los Angeles field office is actively seeking information on his whereabouts and has offered a reward of up to $50,000 for his arrest and conviction.
Video footage of the incident shows Reyna throwing bricks at law enforcement vehicles, causing damage and endangering the lives of officers. Bondi emphasized that individuals who engage in such violent behavior will be pursued and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
The attorney general criticized the chaos that has unfolded during the protests, likening the scenes to a third-world country. She vowed to uphold the law and hold those responsible for assaulting federal officers accountable.
As the investigation continues, Bondi revealed that there are currently nine open cases of assaults on federal officers, with more expected to follow. The FBI is committed to ensuring that justice is served and that individuals who engage in criminal behavior are brought to justice.
This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Stay tuned for further information on the efforts to apprehend Elpidio Reyna and hold him accountable for his actions.
