ICE officers shoot and wound a man during an immigration arrest in California - AP News

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April 7, 2026
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Federal immigration officers reported shooting a suspected gang member in central California.

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Federal immigration officers reported shooting a suspected gang member in central California. The incident occurred during an operation, as stated by the officers involved. This event highlights ongoing enforcement actions by federal immigration authorities in the region. Further details regarding the individual's condition or the specific circumstances of the shooting were not immediately available.

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