Summary
Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen, was fatally shot by a federal immigration agent on South Padre Island, Texas, in March last year. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed an agent fired after Martinez, the driver, reportedly ran over another agent during a major incident. The shooting is linked to ongoing concerns around federal agents' use of force since President Donald Trump's renewed immigration crackdown.
Key Facts
- Ruben Ray Martinez was shot and killed by a Homeland Security Investigations agent.
- The incident happened on March 15 last year on South Padre Island, Texas.
- Martinez was celebrating his 23rd birthday when the shooting occurred.
- The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the event after internal reports emerged.
- The agent fired after Martinez allegedly ran over another agent.
- This incident is one of several involving federal agents shooting U.S. citizens since the 2025 immigration crackdown.
- Martinez's mother said he was a non-violent person who worked at Amazon and spent his free time with friends.
