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A man was shot by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers in Maryland after authorities say he attempted to strike them with his van during an enforcement action.
According to law enforcement officials, the incident unfolded when ICE agents were conducting an operation in a residential area. At some point, the vehicle the suspect was driving moved toward the agents in a manner they interpreted as an attempt to ram them, prompting officers to open fire in self-defense.
The man, who was identified by authorities as an undocumented immigrant, was struck and subsequently taken into custody. He received medical treatment for his injuries at a local hospital, where his condition was later described as stable.
Officials have said that agents acted in response to an imminent threat, emphasizing that the use of force was necessary to protect their safety. No ICE personnel were reported injured in the incident.
Local police assisted with securing the scene, and investigators are reviewing body-worn camera footage, vehicle movements and witness statements to reconstruct the events leading up to the shooting. Federal authorities also indicated that a formal inquiry will be conducted to ensure the department’s policies were followed.
Community members in the neighborhood where the confrontation occurred expressed concern and shock after the incident, with residents saying they were alarmed by the sound of gunfire and law enforcement activity.
Immigration advocates called for transparency and oversight, urging authorities to release more details about the circumstances that led to the use of deadly force. They stressed the need for accountability in how enforcement operations are carried out, particularly in residential settings.
Authorities have not yet disclosed whether any charges will be filed in connection with the event, and have withheld the identity of the man pending notification of family members.
The case continues to be investigated by federal and local law enforcement, who say they will provide additional information as it becomes available.
Author: M.J
