Summary
New body camera footage and evidence have been released showing the fatal shooting of Ruben Ray Martinez by a federal immigration agent in Texas last year. Martinez was shot after allegedly accelerating his car toward an agent, causing federal and local officers to react. The incident occurred on March 15, 2025, and has been under investigation since.
Key Facts
- Ruben Ray Martinez, a U.S. citizen, was shot by an ICE agent in March 2025.
- The shooting took place in South Padre Island, Texas.
- Over 160 pieces of evidence related to the shooting have been released to the public.
- Newly released footage shows the moments leading up to and after the shooting.
- Martinez's passenger, Joshua Orta, provided statements before his death in a car crash.
- The footage and photos were obtained through a public records request.
- The ICE agent fired three shots through Martinez's driver's side window.
- The investigation included body camera footage from local police officers.
