Oregon — A 28-year-old man accused of attacking federal agents during a drug arrest in Woodburn made his first appearance in federal court today, according to an official release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon.
Ezequiel Ramos Hernandez has been charged by criminal complaint with multiple felony offenses, including assaulting federal agents and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances.
Arrest and Attempted Escape
Court documents reveal that on October 1, 2025, agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), working with the Woodburn and Salem Police Departments, executed a search warrant at Ramos Hernandez’s hotel room in Woodburn. During the search, authorities seized distributable quantities of cocaine, fentanyl, and methamphetamine.
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After being taken into custody, Ramos Hernandez was placed in a vehicle for transport on federal drug charges. However, during the drive, he escaped from the moving vehicle while handcuffed, prompting a pursuit by two FBI agents.
Assault on Federal Officers
According to the affidavit, Ramos Hernandez resisted arrest during the chase and kicked one of the FBI agents in the face multiple times before being subdued. Multiple civilian witnesses assisted the agents in restraining him.
Following his recapture, Ramos Hernandez reportedly told agents he attempted to flee because he believed he was being deported.
Court Appearance and Potential Penalties
Ramos Hernandez appeared before a U.S. Magistrate Judge in federal court on Monday and was ordered detained pending further proceedings.
If convicted, he faces significant penalties — assaulting a federal officer carries a maximum sentence of eight years in federal prison, while the drug distribution charges could result in even longer sentences depending on the quantities involved.
Federal Officials Respond
Federal authorities emphasized the seriousness of the assault and the risks faced by law enforcement officers during narcotics operations. “Assaulting a federal agent is a grave offense that will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” an FBI spokesperson said.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office reminded the public that a criminal complaint is merely an allegation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The investigation remains ongoing, with additional charges possible as prosecutors review evidence seized during the operation.
