A federal immigration agent shot and wounded a man in Austin, Texas, on Sunday, sparking calls for transparency and accountability. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. on the city’s north side, with the man reportedly shot once in the torso and remaining in serious but stable condition. Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Police Chief Lisa Davis noted that local police were not involved, and details were still emerging. Austin City Council member Mike Siegel claimed an ICE officer rammed the man’s car before firing multiple shots. The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees ICE, has not provided further details. The shooting has drawn significant attention, with U.S. Rep. Greg Casar demanding an independent investigation and the release of body camera footage. This incident follows other recent ICE-related shootings, raising concerns about the agency’s actions and oversight. Mayor Watson expressed anger and skepticism about ICE’s ability to conduct an impartial investigation, emphasizing the community’s right to know what happened.
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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas
