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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas

ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas

Also reported by PBS NewsHour

Summary

A federal immigration agent from ICE shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, on Sunday. The man was seriously hurt but stable, and local authorities are investigating the incident with help from ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations.

Key Facts

  • The shooting happened just before 1 p.m. on the north side of Austin, Texas.
  • The man was shot once in the torso and is in serious but stable condition.
  • Local police were not involved in the shooting but are working with ICE investigators.
  • A local official said an ICE agent may have rammed the man’s car before firing multiple shots.
  • Damage to a dark blue Toyota Corolla with bullet holes was reported at the scene.
  • Austin officials and lawmakers have called for a full, independent investigation and release of body camera footage.
  • This incident follows other shootings involving ICE officers earlier this year in different cities.
  • The current administration under President Donald Trump continues mass deportation efforts, which have led to increased enforcement actions by ICE.
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