Summary
A man named Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez was shot by immigration agents during a traffic stop in California. His attorneys say he fled only after being shot, contradicting the agents' claim that he used his vehicle threateningly. A witness also disputes the agents' account, claiming she saw and heard gunshots before the car moved.
Key Facts
- Carlos Ivan Mendoza Hernandez was shot during a traffic stop in Northern California.
- The incident occurred near Interstate 5 in Patterson on April 7.
- Mendoza Hernandez is still in the hospital after three surgeries for six gunshot wounds.
- His attorney claims he fled out of fear after being shot, not before.
- A witness named Christina saw the event and provided dashcam footage, contradicting the agents' version.
- Christina reported hearing a gunshot before the vehicle moved.
- ICE officials claim Mendoza Hernandez used his vehicle as a weapon against officers.
- The Department of Homeland Security has not provided new comments, referring to its previous statement.
