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News in English (USA) / 30.09.2026 / 02:00

Venezuelan Man Shot by ICE in Austin Faces Assault Charges

A Venezuelan man, who was shot and wounded by an ICE agent in Austin, Texas, is now facing multiple charges of assaulting a federal officer. The incident, which involved a traffic stop, led to the man being hospitalized with a bullet lodged in his back. Despite the injuries, federal prosecutors allege that he assaulted an ICE officer during the confrontation. The shooting has sparked public outrage, with protests outside an ICE processing center and calls for an independent investigation into the incident. Local officials have expressed concerns over the use of force by immigration agents, particularly noting that the officer involved was not wearing a body camera during the incident. As the case unfolds, the man remains in critical condition and requires surgery.
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