ICE agent charged with shooting in Minnesota could be released from Texas jail
Summary
An ICE agent in Texas faces charges in Minnesota for shooting a man and lying about the incident. Minnesota wants him sent back to face charges, but Texas law requires his release after 90 days unless a judge stops it.Key Facts
- Christian Castro, an ICE agent, is charged with assault and false reporting in Minnesota.
- Castro allegedly shot a man named Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis through a house door, injuring his leg.
- Castro reportedly lied about the shooting, accusing victims of attacking him with objects.
- Minnesota authorities want Castro extradited from Texas to face charges.
- Texas law requires Castro be released after 90 days in jail if not extradited.
- Minnesota’s governor and attorney general sued to stop Castro’s release.
- A federal judge in Texas is considering whether to allow Castro’s release.
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott has not decided whether to approve Minnesota’s extradition request.
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