Federal immigration agents shot and killed a driver in Biddeford, Maine, according to a state official and a witness.The incident, which occurred on a street intersection, involved ICE agents in green vests exiting unmarked vehicles with flashing lights.A witness, Lucas Scott, reported seeing an officer draw a firearm and fire approximately four shots at a vehicle attempting to strike the officer.
Maine House Speaker Ryan Fecteau confirmed the death of a person and stated that ICE was involved, with state police and the Department of Public Safety investigating.This incident marks the 11th fatal shooting involving federal immigration agents since Donald Trump's second administration began.The event follows the recent killing of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston, highlighting ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement.Maine, a Democratic-led state, has seen increased federal agent activity under Trump's policies aimed at detaining immigrants.The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately comment on the incident, which remains under investigation by the FBI.The case underscores broader debates about the use of force by immigration authorities and its impact on communities.
Original title: ICE shoots and kills one person after witness says agents fired on car that tried to hit officer
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