California: A man of Indian origin, identified as Pratap Singh, has been taken into custody by U.S. immigration authorities following a serious road accident involving multiple vehicles in California last year. The incident left a five-year-old girl critically injured, prompting a deeper investigation into Singh’s background and immigration status.
According to a statement released by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Singh was arrested last month by agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Officials confirmed that he will remain in detention as he undergoes immigration proceedings.
Details of the Incident
The crash, which occurred in late 2022, involved a commercial truck driven by Singh, who reportedly collided with several vehicles while operating the vehicle in California. The cause of the crash is still under review, but authorities noted that reckless or negligent driving may have been a factor.
Among those injured was a young child, whose condition was described as critical at the time. Medical updates on the child have not been made public, but the case raised serious concerns about driver screening and legal status.
