Australian tackled, handcuffed by ICE officers in Las Vegas
ICE agents tackled and partially handcuffed Australian citizen Phu Nguyen at Las Vegas airport Monday after he allegedly overstayed his visa. Video showed officers pinning the 57-year-old to the ground as bystanders questioned their actions. Agents left without arresting him but apprehended Nguyen at Los Angeles airport Tuesday. Australia's foreign ministry said it is making urgent enquiries.
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Published 18 Jul 2026, 02:39 UTC · Updated 18 Jul 2026, 02:50 UTC
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