Summary
A man named Luis David Nino-Moncada, who was shot by a federal agent in Portland, is now charged with attacking a federal officer. His arrest has led to protests in the city. Another person, Yorlenys Betzabeth Zambrano-Contreras, also injured in the incident, faces separate charges related to her immigration status.
Key Facts
- Luis David Nino-Moncada is charged with aggravated assault on a federal officer.
- He was shot in the arm by a federal agent and later taken to jail after hospital treatment.
- Yorlenys Betzabeth Zambrano-Contreras was shot in the chest and taken to an immigration facility.
- The incident took place in a parking lot in East Portland, Oregon.
- Witnesses said the agents approached the pair's vehicle and shots were fired as the vehicle tried to leave.
- Federal officials claim the two are linked to a Venezuelan gang known as Tren de Aragua.
- The alleged gang is classified as a global terrorist organization by the U.S. government.
- Nino-Moncada's lawyer disputes these claims by the government.
