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ICE officer pleads not guilty to lying about Minneapolis shooting
ICE officer Christian Castro pleads not guilty to lying about shooting Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis.
In brief
ICE officer Christian Castro pleads not guilty to lying about shooting Venezuelan migrant in Minneapolis. ICE officer Christian Castro pleaded not guilty to six federal counts of lying about shooting a Venezuelan man during Minneapolis immigration operation. Originally reported by Fox News.
Who was accused
Christian Castro, a U.S. immigration officer, pleaded not guilty to six federal counts of lying about shooting a Venezuelan man in Minneapolis.
“christian castro appeared in a federal courtroom in st. paul after prosecutors accused him of shooting 24-year-old julio cesar sosa-celis in the leg through the front door of a minneapolis home during operation metro surge”
What happened
Castro shot a 24-year-old Venezuelan migrant during Operation Metro Surge in Minneapolis, claiming he was attacked with a broom and shovel.
“he told investigators he was being attacked with a broom and shovel before opening fire”
Why he lied
Surveillance footage contradicted Castro's account that he was attacked with a broom and shovel before shooting.
“prosecutors say surveillance footage contradicted his account”
Where he was held
Castro was held in Texas for 90 days before being released, then booked in Minnesota with an ankle monitor.
“he was previously held in texas custody for about 90 days before he was released”
What happens next
Castro must travel only between Minnesota and South Texas, report any law enforcement contact within 72 hours, and surrender passport and guns.
“he was instructed by a judge to travel only between minnesota and south texas. if he has any altercation with law enforcement, he is required to report it within 72 hours”
The takeaway
ICE officer Christian Castro pleaded not guilty to six federal counts of lying about shooting a Venezuelan man during Minneapolis immigration operation.
