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News in English (USA) / 21.11.2025 / 02:00

Federal Prosecutors Dismiss Charges Against Chicago Woman Shot by Border Patrol

In a series of developments regarding a Chicago woman shot by a Border Patrol agent, federal prosecutors have moved to dismiss charges against her, along with related cases. The Justice Department dropped charges against Marimar Martinez and Anthony Ruiz, who were accused of ramming vehicles of federal agents during immigration sweeps. This decision follows controversy surrounding the actions of the Border Patrol, including bragging texts about the shooting incident. Multiple judges have dismissed related charges, indicating a significant withdrawal of federal claims in these cases.
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