In a shocking incident that has left a Maryland family reeling, federal agents mistakenly raided their home in Oklahoma City, believing they were targeting a different family. On Thursday, April 24, 2025, about 20 armed agents, identifying themselves as members of the U.S. Marshals, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and the FBI, burst into the residence of a woman referred to as "Marisa" and her three daughters, who had only recently moved from Maryland seeking a quieter life.
The family had settled into their new home just two weeks prior, excited about their fresh start. However, their hopes quickly turned to horror as the agents stormed their home in the early morning hours, demanding that Marisa and her daughters step outside into the rain without even allowing them to dress properly.
"I was like, ‘okay, Oklahoma’s my home now,’" Marisa said, reflecting on the comfort that was shattered by the chaotic raid. "But any comfort we had disappeared Thursday morning when about 20 men, armed with guns, busted through the door." The agents claimed to have a search warrant, but the names listed did not correspond to anyone living in the house. Instead, they were names of former residents, as Marisa discovered later when she found old mail still being delivered to the address.
As the agents tore through their belongings, they confiscated all of their electronics—phones, laptops—and even their life savings in cash. Marisa recounted the traumatic experience, saying, "I kept pleading. I kept telling them we weren’t criminals. They were treating us like criminals. We were here by ourselves. We didn’t do anything." The emotional toll of the ordeal was evident, as Marisa described the humiliation of being forced outside in front of the agents while her daughters were left in their underwear.
"My husband has not even seen my daughter in her undergarments—her own dad, because it’s respectful. You have her out there, a minor, in her underwear," Marisa stated, reflecting the deep violations of privacy and dignity her family suffered during the raid. She also expressed her frustration at the agents’ dismissive attitude, stating, "They were very rough, very careless."
In the aftermath of the raid, Marisa was left without any means to contact anyone for help, as the agents did not provide her with any business cards or contact information. "I told them before they left, I said you took my phone. We have no money. I just moved here," she recalled, emphasizing her desperate need for assistance to care for her children.
Despite the trauma inflicted on her family, no agency has taken responsibility for the raid. The U.S. Marshals Service has denied involvement, while the FBI initially acknowledged assisting in the operation but later claimed they were not present. Homeland Security has yet to follow up after promising to investigate the incident.
"This wasn’t justice," Marisa told local news. "This was terror." Her family is now left searching for answers, grappling with the emotional and financial fallout of the raid. The situation has raised significant concerns about the protocols and accountability of federal agencies in conducting such operations.
The raid comes amid ongoing discussions about immigration enforcement practices and the treatment of U.S. citizens during operations. In recent years, there have been numerous reports of citizens being mistakenly detained or subjected to harsh treatment due to errors in identifying targets. This incident highlights the need for greater oversight and accountability in immigration enforcement.
Marisa’s experience is not an isolated case; it reflects a broader pattern of aggressive tactics employed by federal agencies in the name of immigration enforcement. The emotional scars left on Marisa and her daughters serve as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of such actions.
As they attempt to rebuild their lives, Marisa and her family are left with lingering questions about their safety and the integrity of the systems designed to protect them. "What if I would have been armed?" she pondered. "You’re breaking in. What am I supposed to think? My initial thought was we were being robbed—that my daughters, being females, were being kidnapped. You have guns pointed in our faces."
With no clear path to recovery, Marisa is left wondering how her family can move forward after such a traumatic event. "When are we going to get our stuff back?" she asked, expressing her frustration over the uncertainty surrounding the return of their belongings. "They said it could be days or it could be months." The emotional toll of the incident has prompted Marisa to seek help for her family, as they navigate the aftermath of a raid that was supposed to target someone else.
As the investigation into the raid continues, Marisa hopes for accountability and answers. Her story has resonated with many, sparking discussions about the treatment of families in similar situations and the need for reform in immigration enforcement practices. For now, Marisa and her daughters are left to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives, seeking a semblance of normalcy in the wake of a harrowing experience.
