Teacher Dies in Pursuit Linked to ICE Operation in Georgia

ICE pursuit in Savannah ends in crash

Teacher dies in ICE operation

School community in mourning

A teacher died Monday in a car crash that occurred during a pursuit related to an operation by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

The Chatham County Police Department (CCPD), where Savannah, Georgia is located, reported that the incident happened shortly before 8:00 a.m.

The victim was identified as Linda Davis, a teacher at Hesse K-8 School.

She was transported to a hospital, where she was later pronounced dead, according to Telemundo.

Teacher Dies in Crash Following ICE Pursuit in Savannah

This is an utterly disgusting lie.

A Guatemalan criminal illegal alien fled from law enforcement and crashed into another vehicle, killing Linda Davis — an American citizen and beloved teacher at Hesse K-8.

This tragic loss of life at the hands of someone who shouldn’t be here… pic.twitter.com/l1MvyG8Faz

— U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (@ICEgov) February 17, 2026

According to preliminary information, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was conducting an immigration enforcement operation in the area.

During the operation, authorities attempted to stop a man identified as Óscar Vásquez López.

According to the report, López did not comply when agents attempted to detain him.

ICE then initiated a pursuit. During the attempt to flee, the suspect crashed into the vehicle driven by Davis.

How the Pursuit Began and Led to the Fatal Crash

ICE killed a teacher in Georgia today when they chose to chase a man who posed no danger and had no criminal history.
Linda Davis was killed by ICE today. A Black woman, a beloved teacher, killed by ICE in Savannah, Georgia. https://t.co/g20AHJpF8V

— Faith M. Jackson- (@kissedbythesun) February 17, 2026

The CCPD indicated that the operation was carried out by federal authorities.

Local police stated they had no prior knowledge of the DHS or ICE operation in the area.

They also confirmed that no CCPD officers participated in the pursuit.

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Following the crash, López was treated for injuries that were not life-threatening.

He was later arrested by CCPD officers.

Authorities reported that he faces multiple charges, including:

First-degree vehicular homicide

Reckless driving

Driving without a valid license

Failure to obey a traffic control device

The investigation remains ongoing.

Suspect Faces Serious Charges

This is Dr.Linda Davis and she was killed in a car accident in Savannah,Georgia on her way to work as a special Education teacher after ICE chased the vehicle of an immigrant in rush hour traffic in the morning! The Police there said that ICE never should have done this! pic.twitter.com/JU0oipW9Tp

— Suzie rizzio (@Suzierizzo1) February 17, 2026

Savannah-Chatham County Public Schools confirmed that a member of their staff died in the crash.

The district announced that counselors would be available throughout the week.

The goal is to support students and staff affected by the loss.

In a statement, Hesse K-8 School said: “Linda Davis was a beloved member of our school family, and her loss has deeply affected us.”

School principal Alonna McMullen also addressed the community on social media.

She stated that the school activated its crisis response plan.

The purpose is to provide emotional support to the school community.

“Our teachers and counselors have been briefed on our plans and given guidelines for talking about death and grief reactions,” McMullen wrote.

“There will be district counseling staff available for students and staff who need special attention and support.”

School Community Activates Crisis Protocol and Grief Support After Linda Davis’ Passing

The principal said they will attempt to maintain as normal a school routine as possible.

She acknowledged that the loss has deeply impacted the community.

Families were encouraged to contact the school if additional support is needed.

The district reiterated that counseling resources will remain available throughout the week.

Meanwhile, authorities continue the legal process against the suspect.

Davis’s death has generated widespread sorrow within the school community.

The school’s crisis protocol remains active.

The immediate focus is supporting students and staff during this period of mourning.