New York, NY—Today, an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot a New Yorker in the Bronx. More than two dozen people have been shot by federal immigration officers in the last year.
Murad Awawdeh, President and CEO, New York Immigration Coalition:
“ICE’s violent tactics are a clear danger to all New Yorkers, as today’s shooting in a residential neighborhood demonstrates. This incident is another reminder of the unchecked, rampant violence ICE has been spreading throughout our communities. We have seen the devastating consequences of ICE shootings from Minnesota to Texas, which have led to the unnecessary deaths of too many community members. We demand an immediate investigation into the shooting, the release of the body camera footage, and accountability for any ICE agents who used excessive force. We must abolish ICE and strengthen the safety of all New Yorkers.”