ICE Arrest of Truck Driver Involved in Critical Injury Crash

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Filed March 13th, 2026

Detected March 14th, 2026

Summary

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced the arrest of Sukhdev Singh, an undocumented immigrant with a New York-issued Commercial Driver's License, in connection with a semi-truck crash that critically injured a U.S. citizen. The agency highlighted concerns about undocumented individuals operating commercial vehicles.

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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced the arrest of Sukhdev Singh, an undocumented immigrant who was allegedly operating a semi-truck while driving under the influence and critically injured a U.S. citizen in Indianapolis. The agency used this incident to criticize New York's policy of issuing Commercial Driver's Licenses (CDLs) to undocumented immigrants, suggesting it poses a significant safety risk on American highways.

This enforcement action and the accompanying statement from DHS Deputy Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis indicate a heightened focus on the intersection of immigration status, commercial driving, and public safety. Regulated entities, particularly trucking companies and those involved in driver licensing, should be aware of potential increased scrutiny and enforcement actions related to the immigration status of commercial drivers. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned, the implication is that employers and licensing authorities should ensure compliance with all relevant federal and state laws regarding driver qualifications and immigration status to prevent future incidents and potential penalties.

What to do next

Review internal policies regarding the hiring and verification of commercial drivers, particularly concerning immigration status.
Stay informed on state and federal legislative developments regarding CDL issuance to non-citizens.
Ensure all drivers operating commercial vehicles comply with federal traffic laws and licensing requirements.

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ICE Arrests Illegal Alien Truck Driver Who Critically Injured American Man in Semi-Truck Crash

ICE Arrests Illegal Alien Truck Driver Who Critically Injured American Man in Semi-Truck Crash

Release Date: March 13, 2026
Another illegal alien with a Commercial Driver’s License from Governor Kathy Hochul, another American victim

WASHINGTON – Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the arrest of Sukhdev Singh, an illegal alien with a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) issued by the state of New York, who is accused of causing a crash while driving a semi-truck that left a U.S. citizen hospitalized and in critical condition.

“It is common sense: illegal aliens should not be operating 18-wheelers on American highways. We are praying this individual makes a full recovery,” said Deputy Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis. **“* It is incredibly dangerous for illegal aliens, who often don't know our traffic laws or even English, to be operating 18-wheelers on America’s roads. Sanctuary governors like Kathy Hochul must stop giving illegal aliens driver’s license before even more Americans get injured or killed.”*

On March 6, 2026, at approximately 6:30 p.m. EST, a semi-truck driver and Indian national named Sukhdev Singh hit a pedestrian at E Raymond Street and I-65 in Indianapolis, Indiana. The Indiana State Police responded to the incident, arrested the 25-year-old Singh, and contacted U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

ICE arrived at the scene and arrested Singh that evening. He will remain in ICE custody pending the outcome of his immigration proceedings. His victim was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical condition as of this publication.

Sukhdev Singh

On January 2, 2025, the state of New York issued him a non-domiciled CDL.

CDL issued by New York state

Governor Kathy Hochul should have never given this illegal alien a CDL to wreak havoc on American streets.

This is not the first illegal alien issued a CDL by Governor Hochul’s New York. In October, DHS announced the arrest of an illegal alien, Anmol Anmol, who was also issued a CDL by the state of New York to “No Name Given Anmol.”

Record checks conducted by ICE revealed Anmol is an illegal alien from India. ICE arrested him and placed him in removal proceedings. He entered the U.S. illegally in 2023 and was released by the Biden administration into the country.

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.