ICE Fails to Explain Julio Sosa-Celis Shooting in Minneapolis Investigation
February 14, 2026 • Google News World
Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Agents Accused of Misrepresenting Shooting Incident in Minneapolis
Two federal immigration agents have been placed on leave after appearing to make false statements about a violent encounter that led to the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis, a migrant from Mexico. The incident occurred in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
According to reports, ICE officials initially claimed that the agent who shot Sosa-Celis had acted in self-defense during a confrontation with the migrant. However, subsequent investigations have raised questions about the accuracy of these statements.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has confirmed that immigration agents involved in the incident appear to have lied about the events leading up to the shooting. The agency has not provided further details on the investigation or the actions being taken against the agents.
Two federal agents have been placed on leave pending the outcome of an internal investigation into the matter. The incident has sparked concerns about the use of force by immigration agents and the need for transparency in such situations.
The incident is currently under investigation, and no further information is available at this time.
Source: Google News World