The Man Still Has a Bullet Fired by an ICE Officer in His Body
· Texas Border Business
Wilber Rafael Garces Perez, a 28-year-old Venezuelan man, remains in federal custody with a bullet lodged near his spine after being shot by an ICE officer in Austin. During a press conference, Garces Perez, who spoke via phone from detention, reported ongoing pain and inadequate medical care, stating he initially received no pain medication. He was working as a DoorDash delivery driver when the incident occurred, claiming ICE officers did not signal him to stop before the shooting. His immigration history is disputed, with differing accounts from his attorneys and the Department of Homeland Security. An investigation is underway.
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