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At a Glance
- A person was shot in an incident involving U.S. Border Patrol in Arizona
- The shooting occurred at milepost 15 of West Arivaca Road around 7:30 a.m.
- The victim was transported in critical condition to a regional trauma center
- The incident follows a series of recent Border Patrol and ICE shootings that sparked protests
- 12 people have been shot by federal immigration officers since September
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A person was shot in an incident involving U.S. Border Patrol in Arizona on Tuesday. The event, which took place near milepost 15 of West Arivaca Road, left the individual in critical condition and prompted a rapid response from local emergency services.
Incident Details
A Pima County Sheriff’s Department spokeswoman confirmed that a shooting occurred in southern Pima County at approximately 7:30 a.m. The Santa Rita Fire District released a statement that the victim was transported to a regional trauma center after receiving care on the scene.
- Location: Milepost 15, West Arivaca Road
- Time: Around 7:30 a.m.
- Response: Santa Rita Fire District and American Medical Response
- Transport: Local medical helicopter to a regional trauma center
“Patient care was transferred to a local medical helicopter for rapid transport to a regional trauma center,” the fire department said. “The incident remains under active investigation by law enforcement agencies.”
The circumstances leading to the shooting were not immediately clear, and no information was released about injuries to law enforcement officers. The Department of Homeland Security did not respond to a request for comment.
Investigation Status
The incident is currently under active investigation by multiple law-enforcement agencies. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has not released details about the motive or the identity of the shooter. The Santa Rita Fire District and American Medical Response provided medical care on the scene before the victim was air-lifted.
Law-enforcement officials have not yet identified whether the Border Patrol agent was involved in the shooting or whether the incident was an isolated event. The lack of immediate clarity has prompted calls for a thorough review of Border Patrol protocols in the region.
Context of Recent Border Patrol Shootings
This Arizona shooting comes just three days after a Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. It also follows a couple of weeks after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed Renee Good. Both killings have sparked city-wide protests and intensified criticism of the Department of Homeland Security.
- Alex Pretti: Fatal shooting in Minneapolis, Minneapolis police and community leaders called for accountability.
- Renee Good: Fatal shooting by an ICE officer, leading to calls for the resignation of Secretary Kristi Noem.
The pattern of incidents has raised questions about the use of force by federal immigration officers. According to the latest figures, federal immigration officers have shot 12 people since September as the Department of Homeland Security ramps up deportation operations across the country.
Broader Implications
The series of shootings has drawn attention to the broader debate over immigration enforcement tactics. Critics argue that the use of lethal force in these cases is disproportionate and calls for reforms in training and oversight. Supporters of the current approach maintain that officers are acting in the line of duty to protect themselves and the public.
The recent Arizona incident adds to the growing list of cases that lawmakers and advocacy groups are scrutinizing. The Department of Homeland Security’s silence on the matter has further fueled speculation about the agency’s internal review processes.
Key Takeaways
- A person was shot near milepost 15 of West Arivaca Road in Arizona, leaving the victim in critical condition.
- The incident is under active investigation, with no immediate clarity on the circumstances or the shooter’s identity.
- The shooting follows a pattern of recent Border Patrol and ICE fatal shootings, raising concerns about the use of force by federal immigration officers.
- The Department of Homeland Security has not yet responded to inquiries, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the incident.
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This article is based on statements from the Santa Rita Fire District, American Medical Response, and a Pima County Sheriff’s Department spokeswoman. No additional details have been released at the time of writing.
