ICE Arrests Suspect in Fatal Hit-and-Run of Sheriff's Deputy

DHS Press Releases

Filed March 18th, 2026

Detected March 19th, 2026

Summary

DHS announced the arrest of Dennis Arguello-Acosta by ICE for his alleged involvement in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a sheriff's deputy. Arguello-Acosta is described as a criminal illegal alien and may face state charges.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of Dennis Arguello-Acosta on March 14, 2026, for his alleged role in a hit-and-run incident on February 21, 2026, which resulted in the death of Fort Bend County Deputy Kenneth Lewis. The suspect, described as a "criminal illegal alien," was apprehended following an anonymous tip and coordination between ICE's Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the FBI. The DHS statement emphasizes the agency's commitment to removing individuals deemed threats to public safety.

This enforcement action highlights the potential consequences for individuals involved in serious crimes while residing in the U.S. without legal status. While Arguello-Acosta may face state charges for the hit-and-run and the death of the deputy, his arrest by ICE signifies a federal immigration enforcement action. Regulated entities, particularly those in sectors with significant interactions with law enforcement or immigration authorities, should be aware of the DHS's stated priorities regarding the apprehension and removal of individuals with criminal records.

What to do next

Review internal policies regarding the apprehension and processing of individuals with criminal records.
Ensure all personnel are aware of current DHS enforcement priorities and procedures.
Consult legal counsel regarding potential state charges and immigration consequences for individuals involved in criminal activities.

Penalties

May face state charges.

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ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Hit-and-Run Crash that Killed Sheriff's Deputy in Texas

ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien Charged for Hit-and-Run Crash that Killed Sheriff's Deputy in Texas

Release Date: March 18, 2026
WASHINGTON **** – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) today announced that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested Dennis Arguello-Acosta, a criminal illegal alien, on March 14. Arguello-Acosta was driving a vehicle that hit a Fort Bend County Deputy, Kenneth Lewis, on February 21, 2026, and fled the scene. Following the hit-and-run, Lewis passed away.

On March 11, 2026, the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) and other law enforcement agencies received an anonymous tip regarding information on Arguello-Acosta.

Deputy Kenneth Lewis

ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), in coordination with the FBI, identified the suspect and the location of his residence. ICE has taken custody of Arguello-Acosta to ensure he is not released back into American communities. He may now face state charges.

“Deputy Kenneth Lewis served his community honorably as a law enforcement officer—and he would still be with us today if it were not for this criminal illegal alien who should’ve never been in our country in the first place,” said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis . “ ICE has arrested Arguello-Acosta to ensure that he is not free to roam on our streets and threaten public safety. Under President Trump, criminal illegal aliens are not welcome in the U.S.”

DHS law enforcement is protecting American communities every day from another senseless tragedy like this taking place in another town, to another family. Victims of illegal alien crime may receive support from the Victims of Immigration Crime Engagement (VOICE) Office by contacting 1-855-488-6423.