A Venezuelan illegal migrant who critically injured the brother of America’s famous “Donut Boy” in a hit-and-run is now hiding in The Bronx with a $10,000 bounty on his head for capture.
Key Takeaways
- Tony Gebian Lopez Infante, who entered the US illegally in 2023 and ignored a deportation order, is wanted for a hit-and-run that critically injured Zack Carach in Nashville.
- The victim is the brother of Tyler Carach, nationally known as “Donut Boy” for delivering over 10,000 donuts to police departments across all 50 states.
- The National Police Defense Foundation has offered a $10,000 reward for information leading to Lopez Infante’s capture, who is believed to be hiding in The Bronx.
- Lopez Infante was ordered deported in September 2024 but failed to comply with the order, highlighting ongoing issues with immigration enforcement.
- The incident occurred on May 18 when Zack was celebrating his 21st birthday and was struck by a rented Mitsubishi Mirage driven by the suspect.
Family of Pro-Police Advocate Seeks Justice
The hunt intensifies for Tony Gebian Lopez Infante, a Venezuelan national who illegally entered the United States on August 1, 2023. Lopez Infante is the prime suspect in a hit-and-run incident that left 21-year-old Zack Carach critically injured while celebrating his birthday in Nashville on May 18. Authorities believe the suspect is currently hiding in The Bronx, evading justice while Zack’s family continues their desperate search for closure. The case has gained national attention due to the victim’s connection to his younger brother, Tyler, known nationwide as “Donut Boy.”
“I can say in that moment, my heart left my body,” said Sheena Carach, mother of the victim and a former police officer, describing the moment she learned about her son’s injuries.
Failed Immigration Enforcement Puts Americans at Risk
Lopez Infante’s presence in the United States exemplifies the ongoing crisis of illegal immigration and ineffective deportation policies. Despite receiving a deportation order in September 2024, the suspect remained in the country illegally, ultimately leading to the tragic incident that has devastated the Carach family. This pattern of non-compliance with immigration law has become increasingly common under weak border policies, leaving American citizens vulnerable to preventable crimes. The case represents just one of many instances where failed immigration enforcement has directly impacted public safety.
“The Biden Administration released this illegal alien into our country in 2023,” stated the Department of Homeland Security, highlighting the direct connection between lax border policies and public safety threats.
Law Enforcement Community Rallies Behind Victim’s Family
The National Police Defense Foundation has stepped up to assist in capturing Lopez Infante, offering a substantial $10,000 reward for information leading to his arrest and conviction. This significant support comes as no surprise given the Carach family’s strong ties to law enforcement. Zack’s younger brother, Tyler, gained fame for his initiative to deliver donuts to police officers across America, ultimately visiting departments in all 50 states and distributing over 10,000 donuts to show appreciation for law enforcement personnel. The family’s pro-police advocacy has earned them widespread respect within the law enforcement community.
“I felt it was important to post the $10,000 reward leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect, to help bring justice to a law enforcement family,” said Joseph Occhipinti, Executive Director of the National Police Defense Foundation.
Growing Criminal Activities Among Illegal Migrants
The case of Lopez Infante is not isolated but part of a concerning trend of criminal activity among illegal migrants in major American cities. Recently, in Queens, New York, federal authorities dismantled a gang of illegal migrants belonging to the “18th Street Gang,” who were operating a criminal enterprise around the “Market of Sweethearts” along Roosevelt Avenue. The gang members, at least seven of whom were in the country illegally, were charged with multiple serious offenses including racketeering conspiracy, gun trafficking, and assault. Their activities included extorting brothels, beating rivals, and selling drugs and fake identification documents.
“These violent members and associates of the 18th Street gang allegedly relied on violence—including assault of innocent civilians and rival gang members—to exert and maintain control over a busy commercial corridor along Roosevelt Avenue in Jackson Heights, Queens,” explained FBI Assistant Director in Charge Christopher Raia.
Public Urged to Assist in Capture
Authorities are calling on the public, particularly in the Bronx area, to remain vigilant and report any information that could lead to Lopez Infante’s capture. The substantial reward offered by the National Police Defense Foundation reflects the seriousness of the crime and the determination to bring the suspect to justice. Meanwhile, Zack Carach continues his recovery from severe injuries sustained in the hit-and-run, with his family maintaining hope for both his healing and for the apprehension of the man responsible for their suffering. This case stands as a stark reminder of the real human cost of failed immigration policies.
