A suspect remains at large following a violent incident in Stafford Township, New Jersey, where an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent was injured. The event occurred on the morning of June 15, 2026, in the Manahawkin section of the township along Route 72. According to authorities, federal agents were conducting an immigration enforcement operation when they attempted to take a suspect into custody. The individual allegedly entered a vehicle and attempted to flee the scene. During this escape attempt, the suspect struck one of the ICE agents with the vehicle, causing injuries to the officer. As the suspect sped away, the injured agent fired multiple shots at the fleeing vehicle. Authorities have not confirmed the number of rounds discharged or whether the suspect was hit. The driver successfully evaded capture, prompting an ongoing search operation involving both federal and local law enforcement agencies. Local police stated they were not directly involved in the federal immigration operation but assisted by securing the area and managing traffic while the scene was processed. Route 72 was temporarily closed during the investigation. Officials have not released the identity of the suspect, details regarding the vehicle involved, or the specific reason for the attempted apprehension. At this time, ICE and the Department of Homeland Security have not issued a detailed public statement. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous, and law enforcement urges the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in the manhunt.