Source: United States Attorneys General 12
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio man was sentenced in a federal court in San Antonio today to three months in prison and one year of supervised release for assault on a federal officer.
According to court documents, Daniel Ignacio Lizcano, 26, resisted arrest during an encounter with a National Park Service Ranger at the San Antonio Missions National Historic Park. Lizcano had been reported along with a female for suspicious activity at the San Jose Visitor Center bathroom within the park and was located with a vape tool and glass pipe. During an initial interview at the scene, Lizcano began to reach into his pocket, where a personal stun gun was later located. Lizcano refused to follow the park ranger’s instructions to drop what was in his hands, the park ranger attempted to place him under arrest and a struggle ensued. The park ranger called for support from additional officers and received assistance from a civilian passerby to gain control of Lizcano. Lizcano pleaded guilty March 28 to one count of assault on a federal officer.
“Our national parks are protected land where everyone should be able to enjoy the beauty of America and the unique heritage of the region,” said U.S. Attorney Jaime Esparza of the Western District of Texas. “I appreciate the efforts our law enforcement partners at the National Park Service make to keep our parks safe, accessible and welcoming to all.”
“National Park Service law enforcement rangers serve a critical visitor and resource protection role, and as Superintendent of San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, I am committed to ensuring the safety of our employees and visitors,” said Christine Jacobs, Superintendent of San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. “The National Park Service appreciates the support from the United States Attorney’s Office through prosecution of this individual who assaulted a federal officer and for the court holding him accountable.”
The National Park Service investigated the case.
Assistant U.S. Attorney Fidel Esparza III prosecuted the case.
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