Venezuelan man shot by ICE agent in Texas charged with assaulting an officer

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Published: 2026-09-29T22:30:54.479Z • Permanent link

Garcés Pérez, a Venezuelan delivery man, was shot in his car by agents of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Texas on Tuesday. According to federal prosecutors, Pérez allegedly struck an officer with a side mirror while trying to drive away from the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 10:30 am local time at a gas station in the city of Weslaco, Texas. ICE agents were responding to a report of a suspicious vehicle, and Pérez was pulled over. Witnesses reported that Pérez's vehicle collided with the ICE agent's car, causing significant damage. Pérez was subsequently shot by the agent, who claimed that he was acting in self-defense.

Pérez, 28, is a resident of Weslaco and has been living in the United States for several years. He has been charged with assaulting a federal officer, which is a federal crime. The U.S. Department of Justice announced the charge on Tuesday, stating that Pérez's actions were "premeditated" and "intentional." Pérez's lawyer has released a statement expressing concern over the use of deadly force by ICE agents. "My client was shot without justification and was left with serious injuries," the statement read. "We will vigorously defend his rights and seek justice for his family.

ICE officials have defended the use of force, stating that Pérez posed a significant threat to the officer's safety. "The ICE agent acted in accordance with department policies and procedures, and his actions were justified," an ICE spokesperson said. The incident has raised concerns about the use of force by law enforcement agencies in the United States. Critics have pointed out that the use of deadly force is often reserved for situations where there is a clear and imminent threat of harm. Pérez's lawyers argue that their client was not a threat to anyone and that the use of force was excessive.

The incident has significant implications for the Data Sources domain, particularly for companies and research communities that track law enforcement use of force. The use of deadly force by law enforcement agencies is a growing concern, with many cities and states implementing reforms aimed at reducing the use of force. The ICE incident has sparked calls for greater transparency and accountability within the agency. "This incident highlights the need for greater oversight and accountability within law enforcement agencies," said a spokesperson for the American Civil Liberties Union. The incident also raises concerns about the impact of immigration policies on communities of color. "This incident is just the latest example of the dangers faced by immigrant communities in the United States," the spokesperson said.

The incident has also raised questions about the role of data in policing. The use of data analytics and surveillance technologies has become increasingly common in law enforcement agencies, but there are concerns about the accuracy and reliability of this data. The ICE incident has highlighted the need for greater transparency and accountability in the use of these technologies. "We need to ensure that data is used in a way that is transparent, accountable, and respectful of individual rights," said a spokesperson for the National Association of Civilian Oversight Boards.

The ICE incident is part of a larger pattern of tensions between law enforcement agencies and immigrant communities. The use of force by law enforcement agencies has been a recurring theme in recent years, with many incidents sparking widespread protests and calls for reform. The Trump administration's "zero-tolerance" immigration policy, which led to the separation of thousands of migrant families, has also contributed to a growing sense of mistrust between law enforcement agencies and immigrant communities. The ICE incident has also raised questions about the role of the federal government in policing and enforcing immigration laws.