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Feds investigate whether ICE officers lied about shooting of Venezuelan man in Minneapolis

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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