Feds investigate whether ICE officers lied about shooting of Venezuelan man in Minneapolis
Summary
Federal authorities are investigating if two immigration officers lied about a shooting involving a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis. The charges against Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis and another man have been dropped following new evidence that contradicts the officers' statements. The officers are on leave while the investigation continues.Key Facts
- Federal authorities are looking into whether two immigration officers lied about a shooting in Minneapolis.
- Video evidence suggests that the officers may have given false testimony.
- The charges against Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis and Alfredo Alejandro Aljorna have been dismissed.
- A judge dismissed the case with prejudice, meaning charges cannot be brought back.
- The officers involved have been placed on administrative leave during the investigation.
- If found guilty, the officers could face being fired and criminal charges.
- The investigation follows several incidents questioning federal agents' use of deadly force.
- The ICE director emphasized that officers are held to high standards of conduct.
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