In the wake of the July 4th ambush on an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Alvarado, Texas, Governor Greg Abbott has declared a substantial reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect involved. According to an announcement on the Texas government's official website, the governor's office is offering up to $10,000, complemented by an additional $25,000 from the FBI, for a total of $35,000.
The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Benjamin Hanil Song, stands accused of multiple grave offenses, including aiding terrorism and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon against a public servant. During the aforesaid attack, a local police officer sustained gunshot injuries. According to the governor's statement, "Criminals such as Benjamin Hanil Song will be arrested and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law." Texans with information on Song are urged to come forward and can do so anonymously.
Law enforcement has described Song as an Asian male around 5 feet 6 inches tall, weighing approximately 150 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair. The public has been cautioned that Song should be regarded as armed and potentially dangerous. In addition to the state incentive, a federal arrest warrant has been issued for Song on charges of attempted murder of a federal officer and discharging a firearm during, in relation to, and in furtherance of a crime of violence.
Those who may have relevant information can use several methods to submit their tips. These include calling the Texas Crime Stoppers hotline, submitting a web tip through the Texas 10 Most Wanted website, or sending an anonymous tip online. Informants will be given a tip number to maintain their anonymity, which is guaranteed by law, and they will not be required to use their names. The directive from the governor's office and law enforcement is clear: Do not approach or attempt to apprehend the fugitive.
