Protester charged with attempted murder for attacking law enforcement in LA
- Emiliano Garduno Galvez and Wrackkie Quiogue face serious federal charges related to violence at protests in California.
- The incidents occurred during demonstrators' reactions to ICE raids, leading to heightened law enforcement responses.
- Officials warn that violent conduct at protests will be met with severe consequences as the situation in Los Angeles continues to evolve.
In recent days, violent protests erupted in various cities across the United States, including Los Angeles, California, in response to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids. Amid the chaos, two individuals, Emiliano Garduno Galvez and Wrackkie Quiogue, faced federal charges for their involvement in the protests on June 7 and June 8, 2025, respectively. These charges stemmed from allegations that they used Molotov cocktails against law enforcement officers who were attempting to keep the peace. Galvez reportedly engaged in a violent protest by launching a Molotov cocktail over a wall at Sheriff’s Department deputies while Quiogue was apprehended after throwing a Molotov cocktail while fleeing from police. Their actions highlight a troubling trend of violence at protests, where demonstrators have crossed from lawful assembly to criminal activities that pose risks to public safety and law enforcement. Additionally, two other men, Christian Andres Garcia and Rene Luna, were also charged with throwing objects at officers during protests in Santa Ana, further illustrating the turbulent environment surrounding these demonstrations.