Man fatally shot by ICE is mourned at vigil: ‘dedicated to the American dream’
Summary
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old construction worker in Houston, was fatally shot by an ICE officer during a vehicle pursuit. His family and local leaders dispute ICE’s account, saying he was near legal status and posed no threat, while federal officials claim self-defense.Key Facts
- Lorenzo Salgado Araujo worked in construction in Houston for over 35 years, supporting his family and helping his children go to college.
- ICE agents pursued Salgado Araujo in unmarked vehicles because they were looking for someone else.
- ICE said Salgado Araujo rammed one of their vehicles and an officer shot him in self-defense.
- Witnesses and Salgado Araujo’s family say he was shot through a passenger window and the officer was not in immediate danger.
- Salgado Araujo was close to obtaining a work permit when he was killed.
- His family said he knew how to act properly if stopped by immigration agents.
- This shooting is the 10th fatal shooting by federal immigration officials since President Donald Trump’s second term began.
- Several local Houston congress members want an independent investigation into the shooting.
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