Federal immigration officials say the suspect was knocked unconscious by his teenage son while allegedly assaulting the boy’s mother.
Baldwin County, AL – Immigration officials have issued a detainer for a man charged in a domestic violence attack that was interrupted by his teenage son, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Authorities identified the suspect as Daniel Hernandez-Lopez, who is facing charges including domestic violence and strangulation in Baldwin County.
Key Points
• Man charged with domestic violence and strangulation in Baldwin County
• ICE issued immigration detainer following the arrest
• Authorities say the suspect was knocked unconscious by his 13-year-old son
Teen intervened during alleged attack
According to ICE officials, Hernandez-Lopez allegedly attacked the boy’s mother during a domestic violence incident.
Authorities said the suspect was knocked out by his 13-year-old son while the assault was taking place.
Officials have not released additional details about the condition of the victim.
ICE issues detainer
Following the arrest, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued an immigration detainer for Hernandez-Lopez.
An ICE detainer requests that local authorities notify federal immigration officials before a detainee is released so the person can be transferred to federal custody.
The investigation and criminal case in Baldwin County remain ongoing.