NewsThe GuardianMay 18, 2026United States
ICE Officer Charged in Minnesota Shooting
Federal immigration officer Christian Castro has been charged with assault following the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis. The incident occurred during a 2019 immigration enforcement operation in Minnesota, which faced delays due to federal agencies withholding information from state investigators.
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This case highlights significant accountability issues and tensions between federal immigration enforcement and state-level criminal investigations.
Key Facts
- ICE officer Christian Castro faces five assault charges for the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis.
- The shooting took place on January 14 during an immigration enforcement operation.
- Federal agencies previously hindered the state investigation by refusing to share information.