Summary
An immigration agent in Portland, Oregon, shot a man and woman during a traffic stop, with officials stating they have connections to a Venezuelan gang. The agent fired after the driver reportedly tried to run him over. Both individuals are in the hospital recovering, and investigations are ongoing.
Key Facts
- A U.S. immigration agent shot a man and woman in Portland, Oregon, during a traffic stop.
- Officials say both had links to a Venezuelan gang called Tren de Aragua.
- The agent reportedly fired his gun after the driver attempted to run him over.
- The driver is identified as Luis David Nino-Moncada, who entered the U.S. without documentation in 2022.
- The passenger is identified as Yorlenys Betzabeth Zambrano-Contreras, who also entered the U.S. without documentation in 2023.
- Zambrano-Contreras is alleged to have been involved in a prostitution ring and a prior shooting.
- Both individuals drove to an apartment complex and called for medical help after the incident.
- It's unclear if they will face criminal charges related to this event.
