Son of Man Killed by ICE Demands Independent Investigation, Says Father Did Not Deserve to Die
The lack of transparency and contradictory accounts have fueled concerns about the official narrative, with many in the community questioning the use of force by the ICE agent. According to eyewitnesses, Salgado's van was surrounded by multiple unmarked vehicles, sparking fears that the incident may have been a case of excessive force.
Ronaldo's account of his father's character and the circumstances leading up to the shooting have been corroborated by other family members and friends, who describe Salgado as a peaceful and hardworking individual.
The incident has also raised concerns about the treatment of immigrant communities by ICE, with many advocates calling for greater accountability and oversight of the agency's actions.
As the investigation into Salgado's killing continues, his family and supporters are demanding answers and pushing for a thorough examination of the events leading up to the shooting.
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and other civil rights groups have joined the family in calling for an independent investigation, citing concerns about the potential for a cover-up and the need for transparency in the case.
Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas) has also weighed in on the incident, expressing her condolences to the Salgado family and calling for a full and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
With the community still reeling from the incident, Salgado's family and supporters are vowing to continue fighting for justice and demanding that those responsible for his death be held accountable.
As the case continues to unfold, it is likely to spark a wider conversation about immigration policy, police accountability, and the treatment of marginalized communities in the United States.
The lawyers representing Salgado's family have called for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to release body camera footage of the incident, which they believe will provide crucial evidence in determining the circumstances surrounding Salgado's death. LULAC leaders have questioned ICE's official account, pointing out that there was no damage to Salgado's vehicle, which contradicts the agency's claim that Salgado posed a threat to the agents.
Ronaldo Salgado said his father was aware of the proper procedures to follow when being pulled over by ICE agents and would not have intentionally tried to provoke them. The family's legal team believes that Salgado likely panicked when he saw the unmarked cars and masked men, fearing that his van and work equipment were being targeted.
According to Ronaldo, his father's worst fear was having his work tools stolen, as they were essential to his livelihood. The FBI is currently investigating the alleged assault on the ICE agent, while the DHS Office of Inspector General is conducting an internal investigation. However, the federal government has not announced plans for a public, independent investigation into the agents involved in Salgado's shooting.
DHS has cited rising threats to federal agents as the reason for not publicly releasing the name of the ICE agent who shot Salgado. LULAC CEO Juan Proaño emphasized the need for a full and transparent investigation, stating that all evidence, including body camera footage, dash cam footage, bystander video, and dispatch records, must be preserved and released to an independent investigator and the public.
This incident is not an isolated case, as there have been several instances in the past year where DHS and other law enforcement agencies have claimed that individuals shot by ICE agents had attempted to harm them, only for video evidence to later reveal that these assertions were exaggerated or fabricated. LULAC national president Domingo Garcia expressed skepticism about the Department of Justice and the FBI's ability to conduct a fair investigation, saying, "We don't expect the truth from the Department of Justice or from the FBI. We expect a whitewash."
In response to the incident, Democratic members of Congress, including Rep. Sylvia Garcia, sent a letter to DHS and ICE demanding an immediate, fully independent, and transparent investigation into Salgado's killing. Garcia referenced the killings of US citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti during a surge of immigration agents to Minneapolis in January, stating, "This is not the first time ICE agents have used unnecessary, deadly force." She emphasized that Salgado's family deserves answers and that ICE cannot investigate itself.
Ronaldo's account of his father's character and the circumstances leading up to the shooting have been corroborated by other family members and friends, who describe Salgado as a peaceful and hardworking individual.
The incident has also raised concerns about the treatment of immigrant communities by ICE, with many advocates calling for greater accountability and oversight of the agency's actions.
As the investigation into Salgado's killing continues, his family and supporters are demanding answers and pushing for a thorough examination of the events leading up to the shooting.
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and other civil rights groups have joined the family in calling for an independent investigation, citing concerns about the potential for a cover-up and the need for transparency in the case.
Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-Texas) has also weighed in on the incident, expressing her condolences to the Salgado family and calling for a full and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
With the community still reeling from the incident, Salgado's family and supporters are vowing to continue fighting for justice and demanding that those responsible for his death be held accountable.
As the case continues to unfold, it is likely to spark a wider conversation about immigration policy, police accountability, and the treatment of marginalized communities in the United States.
The lawyers representing Salgado's family have called for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to release body camera footage of the incident, which they believe will provide crucial evidence in determining the circumstances surrounding Salgado's death. LULAC leaders have questioned ICE's official account, pointing out that there was no damage to Salgado's vehicle, which contradicts the agency's claim that Salgado posed a threat to the agents.
Ronaldo Salgado said his father was aware of the proper procedures to follow when being pulled over by ICE agents and would not have intentionally tried to provoke them. The family's legal team believes that Salgado likely panicked when he saw the unmarked cars and masked men, fearing that his van and work equipment were being targeted.
According to Ronaldo, his father's worst fear was having his work tools stolen, as they were essential to his livelihood. The FBI is currently investigating the alleged assault on the ICE agent, while the DHS Office of Inspector General is conducting an internal investigation. However, the federal government has not announced plans for a public, independent investigation into the agents involved in Salgado's shooting.
DHS has cited rising threats to federal agents as the reason for not publicly releasing the name of the ICE agent who shot Salgado. LULAC CEO Juan Proaño emphasized the need for a full and transparent investigation, stating that all evidence, including body camera footage, dash cam footage, bystander video, and dispatch records, must be preserved and released to an independent investigator and the public.
This incident is not an isolated case, as there have been several instances in the past year where DHS and other law enforcement agencies have claimed that individuals shot by ICE agents had attempted to harm them, only for video evidence to later reveal that these assertions were exaggerated or fabricated. LULAC national president Domingo Garcia expressed skepticism about the Department of Justice and the FBI's ability to conduct a fair investigation, saying, "We don't expect the truth from the Department of Justice or from the FBI. We expect a whitewash."
In response to the incident, Democratic members of Congress, including Rep. Sylvia Garcia, sent a letter to DHS and ICE demanding an immediate, fully independent, and transparent investigation into Salgado's killing. Garcia referenced the killings of US citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti during a surge of immigration agents to Minneapolis in January, stating, "This is not the first time ICE agents have used unnecessary, deadly force." She emphasized that Salgado's family deserves answers and that ICE cannot investigate itself.
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