Investigation launched after veteran alleges assault by protesters in Washington

An 80-year-old military veteran reported that he was surrounded and knocked to the ground by anti-ICE protesters during a demonstration in Burien, Washington, on June 10. The veteran, who chose to remain anonymous due to concerns about retaliation, stated he was there to support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) when the situation escalated. According to a report by The Highline Journal, video footage shows a woman directing verbal attacks at the veteran through a loudspeaker, and he was allegedly struck from behind before falling to the ground. The veteran described being surrounded by approximately 10 to 12 individuals during the incident. The King County Sheriff's Office confirmed the occurrence of the incident and is currently investigating, with a communications manager stating that the suspect has not yet been identified. The Sheriff's Office has requested assistance from the public in locating the suspect involved in the altercation.