Texas will investigate ICE's fatal shooting of man in Houston, governor says
Summary
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that the Texas Rangers will investigate the shooting death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by ICE agents in Houston. The shooting, which happened on July 7, is also being investigated by federal authorities, amid calls for an independent review and questions about the use of force by ICE.Key Facts
- Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot by ICE agents in Houston while driving to work and later died in the hospital.
- The Texas Rangers will work with federal officials to investigate the shooting.
- ICE agents claimed Salgado Araujo "weaponized his vehicle," leading to a self-defense shooting.
- The Department of Homeland Security said Salgado Araujo was not the intended target, but stopped after spotting a vehicle matching a suspect’s description.
- Salgado Araujo’s family disputes the official account and he was working toward legal residency.
- No body camera footage exists from the ICE operation, according to a local Congresswoman.
- The FBI and DHS Office of Inspector General are also investigating aspects of the incident.
- Houston’s mayor requested the Texas Rangers conduct an independent probe following public calls for transparency.
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