Crime

Venezuelan man hospitalized after being shot by ICE officer in Texas

The Hill · September 22, 2026Original source ↗

Venezuelan man hospitalized after being shot by ICE officer in Texas

What happened

A Venezuelan man was shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Texas over the weekend. His attorney reported that he was hospitalized after being taken to an immigration facility with a bullet still lodged in his back.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about the use of force by immigration enforcement officers.

How this story affects people

How does this story affect you if you are an immigrant in the U.S.?

This incident highlights the risks and potential violence that immigrants may face from immigration enforcement officers. It could create a climate of fear among immigrant communities regarding their safety and treatment by authorities.

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