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Judge Dismisses Indictment Against LA TikTok Creator Shot by ICE, Citing Rights Violations

Prosecutors are evaluating an appeal.

Overview

  • U.S. District Judge Fernando M. Olguin threw out the case with prejudice, blocking any refiling of the assault and property‑damage counts.
  • He found Parias was effectively denied meaningful access to counsel while held at ICE’s remote Adelanto facility, which hindered trial preparation.
  • The court also faulted prosecutors for late discovery, including producing the shooter’s body‑worn camera video after the deadline.
  • Body‑camera footage reported by news outlets shows an officer breaking a car window as Parias raised his hands and then saying, “I shot, I shot,” prompting questions about the official account.
  • Parias remains in immigration custody as separate proceedings continue, while the U.S. Attorney’s Office says it strongly disagrees with the ruling and is weighing appellate options.