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July 7, 2026

Family Demands Independent Investigation into ICE Officer Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo

  • Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 39-year-old Mexican national, was shot by an ICE officer in Houston while allegedly attempting to evade arrest; he had no prior criminal convictions and was working to secure legal status.
  • His family and local officials are demanding an independent investigation and the release of evidence, including bodycam footage, amid concerns about the credibility of ICE's account.
  • The incident has sparked political backlash, with calls from civil rights groups and lawmakers for greater transparency and accountability in federal immigration enforcement.

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