For violently assaulting a federal officer during riots in Los Angeles, the FBI has placed a $50,000 bounty on a masked anti-ICE protester.
Federal authorities are intensifying their search for a violent masked suspect who injured an officer and damaged an FBI vehicle by hurling rocks during anti-immigration enforcement protests in Los Angeles.
The substantial $50,000 reward underscores the seriousness of attacks on law enforcement personnel attempting to tackle illegal immigration.
As leftist agitators attack officers, President Donald Trump has taken decisive action by deploying National Guard troops to restore order.
The FBI released photos showing 40-year-old Elpidio Reyna of Compton deliberately concealing his identity with a motorcycle helmet, sunglasses, cap, and face mask.
Assistant Director Akil Davis emphasized that obstructing law enforcement from performing their lawful duties constitutes a federal crime carrying serious prison time.
The chaos erupted in response to President Trump’s immigration enforcement policies, which aim to protect American citizens and legal residents from the consequences of unchecked illegal immigration.
Recognizing the severity of the situation, the president ordered 2,000 National Guard troops to respond to the protests surrounding federal buildings in downtown Los Angeles.
LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell reported that his officers were “overwhelmed” by the violent protesters.
The FBI has identified the man #wanted for assaulting a federal officer this weekend as Elpidio Reyna, 40, of Compton, CA. He is considered a fugitive and we continue to seek his location. A #reward of up to $50K is being offered for information leading to his arrest/conviction. pic.twitter.com/WPEE6SIjZp
— FBI Los Angeles (@FBILosAngeles) June 10, 2025
These rioters escalated their attacks by using hammers and cinder blocks against law enforcement.
This pattern of extreme violence demonstrates how far-left agitators are willing to go to prevent the enforcement of existing immigration laws.
President Trump has demanded the arrest of all rioters wearing face masks as the unrest spread northward to San Francisco.
The president’s firm stance reflects growing frustration among law-abiding Americans who expect authorities to maintain order and protect communities from politically-motivated violence.
The violence was not limited to Los Angeles. In San Francisco, protesters launched fireworks directly at police officers, resulting in injuries to two officers and about 60 arrests.
Even San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie had to acknowledge that while peaceful protest is protected, violent and destructive behavior crosses a line that cannot be tolerated.
The FBI’s substantial reward offering represents a significant escalation in federal response to anti-ICE violence.
As border security remains a cornerstone of national sovereignty, the targeted attacks on those enforcing immigration laws highlight the increasing desperation of those opposed to America’s return to law.
