Birmingham, AL – In a shocking case of attempted murder, Juan Carlos Hernandez, a 35-year-old Honduran national, has been charged with attempting to murder a federal officer after shooting at Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) special agents.
According to the Department of Justice, on February 24, Hernandez was involved in a fentanyl sale in Phoenix, Arizona, when DEA agents attempted to arrest him. Hernandez, who is an illegal alien, allegedly shot at the agents, sparking a violent confrontation.
The suspect, who has a lengthy criminal record, was eventually subdued and taken into custody. Hernandez is currently being held without bail at the Maricopa County Jail.
The indictment, which was handed down by a federal grand jury, charges Hernandez with one count of attempted murder of a federal officer, a felony offense punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
Hernandez’s prior convictions include felony charges for possession of a deadly weapon and possession of narcotics. His immigration status was not disclosed by the Department of Justice.
Assistant U.S. Attorney, [Name], is leading the prosecution of Hernandez, who is expected to face trial in the coming months. The DEA and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are cooperating in the investigation.
Hernandez’s defense team has not commented on the charges, but sources close to the case say that the suspect is expected to plead not guilty at his arraignment hearing.
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