Slidell, LA – A driver identified as a Honduran national was taken into custody Tuesday after allegedly running a red light and colliding with a federal vehicle in Slidell, authorities confirmed.
The crash occurred during operations linked to a federal enforcement initiative known as “Operation Catahoula Crunch.” According to officials familiar with the incident, the driver failed to stop at a red light and struck an unmarked vehicle occupied by federal agents.
No injuries were reported among the agents or the driver, though the impact caused significant front-end damage to both vehicles. The woman was immediately detained at the scene after investigators determined she was in the United States unlawfully.
Local police assisted federal authorities with the investigation before transferring custody to immigration officials for processing. The exact charges related to the traffic violation and immigration status have not yet been publicly detailed.
Federal authorities said the crash did not interrupt ongoing operations in the area.
