~ Press release provided by Page County Sheriff’s Office
LURAY, Oct. 15 — On October 15, 2026, at approximately 7:43 a.m., a Page County Sheriff’s Office deputy conducted a traffic stop on a Ford F-550 in the area of U.S. Highway 211 and Northcott Drive in Luray, Virginia, for an expired Virginia state inspection sticker dated March 2024.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) confirmed that the driver was in the United States illegally, had prior assault charges in Maryland, and had an alleged association with the 18th Street Gang.
As the deputy directed the driver to exit the truck, the driver fled in the vehicle. A brief vehicle pursuit ensued, ending near U.S. Highway 211 East and Whispering Hill Road in Luray, where the driver crashed the truck.
Following the crash, the suspect fled on foot, leading to a brief foot pursuit and a subsequent standoff with law enforcement. During the encounter, the suspect displayed a knife, but was ultimately taken into custody without further incident.
The suspect is now in ICE custody.
The Page County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to protecting the safety of our community and will provide additional information as appropriate.
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