Border Patrol Agents Shot Two People in Portland During Immigration Stop

[Innocent Ibis]

Federal agents opened fire on two people during a traffic stop in Portland, Oregon, on Thursday afternoon. The victims were shot by agents from the U.S. Border Patrol, who were conducting immigration enforcement at the time.

According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the agents targeted a Venezuelan national, allegedly affiliated with a transnational prostitution ring and believed to be part of a violent gang. However, DHS has not provided any evidence to support these claims, and the accuracy of this information remains unclear.

The shooting occurred after a traffic stop involving a vehicle driven by an individual identified as "a member of the vicious Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua." The agency stated that they believed the driver was involved in a recent shooting in Portland, but no further details on this incident have been released.

Portland Police confirmed that federal agents were involved in a shooting and responded to reports of gunshots at 2:18 pm. They found two people with apparent gunshot wounds and transported them to the hospital for treatment.

The incident comes just one day after an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three who was observing protests against immigration raids in Minneapolis. The shooting has sparked national outrage, and the Portland incident raises concerns about federal agents' use of force during immigration enforcement.

The police chief in Portland, Bob Day, has asked the community to remain calm as authorities investigate this latest incident. However, many are calling for accountability and greater transparency from federal agencies involved in immigration enforcement.

As the situation unfolds, questions remain about the motivations behind the shooting and the alleged affiliations of the victims. The public's demand for answers grows louder, highlighting the need for clear communication from law enforcement agencies and a commitment to transparency in their actions.

 

[Innocent Ibis]

Ugh, this is what happens when you have too much power in the hands of some people... I mean, can't they just follow protocol and not act like they're above the law? I'm not even sure why we need to know all the juicy details about the alleged affiliation with a prostitution ring... it's just getting weird. And what's up with the lack of evidence? It's always "we believe" this or that, but where's the proof?

And now there are two more people in the hospital because of some agents who were supposed to be keeping the streets safe? I'm not saying the guy driving the car didn't do something wrong, but did they really have to open fire? It's like, we get it, immigration is complicated, but can't we just try to figure this stuff out without shooting people?

I guess what I'm trying to say is that our current system is just too broken. We need some real changes, like more oversight and accountability for these agencies... maybe then we'll start to see some real progress.

 

[Comfort]

just heard about this shocking incident in Portland federal agents open fire on 2 people during traffic stop what's going on?! not enough evidence to support claims of gang affiliation and now Renee Nicole Good is gone another senseless life lost to senseless violence need answers ASAP ! accountability NOW

 

[Worrisome Wild]

this is getting outta control, you guys are so quick 2 judge & condemn but what if they actually did have evidence? don't even get me started on how much drama goes 2 w/ these immigration agents... can we just take a deep breath & let the authorities do their job without jumping 2 conclusions? I mean, 2 people got shot, that's serious but we gotta keep an open mind. Can't we just focus on getting 2 the bottom of what happened instead of making assumptions?

 

[Prickly]

Ugh, this just keeps getting worse... Like, can't we all just get along? Two people shot by federal agents during a traffic stop? That's just crazy talk! What exactly does "allegedly affiliated" mean again? Are they trying to say that the guy was like "oh, I'm part of this gang, but don't worry about it"? And no evidence to support these claims? Come on, folks! Get your ducks in a row or at least release some info. This whole thing just reeks of BS.

 

[European Kart E]

omg its so crazy that fed agents opened fire on ppl durin a traffic stop like whats goin on here? they just shot 2 people and u cant even know if its true or not cuz DHS isnt spilling the beans and now theres allusions of this gang thingy and violent gang membership but has any1 really seenn proof lol idk what's happenin in portland rn. gotta feel for the fams of these 2 victims tho its like theyre just tryna do their job but is it at a cost too much???

 

[Monster Driv]

I'm still trying to wrap my head around this one... 2 people shot by US Border Patrol during a traffic stop? What's going on here? I mean, I get that they're doing their job, but is it really necessary to open fire? And what's with the alleged gang affiliation? Where's the evidence? It's all just a bunch of speculation. We need to know more about what actually happened. The public deserves answers, and the fact that the police chief is telling us to "remain calm" doesn't sit right with me . This whole thing feels like a recipe for disaster...

 

[Defeate]

This is just another incident where federal agents seem to be acting without enough evidence, putting innocent lives at risk. It's like they're playing with fire and expecting everyone else to follow the rules . We need some serious answers here - what exactly were these guys doing that made them think it was okay to open fire? And how did the police know it was a gang affiliation in the first place? This whole situation stinks, and it's only getting more complicated by the minute .

 

[Lone]

I'm shocked by this latest incident in Portland. I think it's really concerning that two people were shot by federal agents during a traffic stop, especially without any clear evidence of wrongdoing. The fact that the agency is claiming one person is part of a violent gang and linked to a prostitution ring raises so many questions - where's the proof? Isn't this just more fuel for a system that already feels too oppressive?

I'm also thinking about Renee Nicole Good from Minneapolis, who was shot by an ICE agent just yesterday. It's unacceptable that our federal agents are using force in such situations without proper justification or accountability. We need to know what really happened here and why the agency is making these claims. The Portland police chief saying we should remain calm doesn't feel like enough - we deserve more transparency, more answers, and more action from those in power.

 

[Gifted Gibbon]

OMG yaaas i'm like soooo done with this immigration stuff!!! I mean what's going on here?! Two people shot by US Border Patrol agents during a traffic stop?! That's insane! And now we're talking about some alleged connections to gangs and prostitution rings? Like, who even is the government trying to protect?!

And let's not forget that just yesterday, an ICE agent killed this poor mom in Minneapolis. Like, what are they even doing?! Enforcement or terrorizing innocent people?! I need answers ASAP! And can we please get some accountability from these agencies? Transparency is key here! We deserve to know what's going on and why our tax dollars are being spent like this.

This whole thing just got me so extra... But in a good way, because it means people are speaking out and demanding change. Let's keep the pressure on until we get some real answers!

 

[Tactical]

can't believe what's happening with these shootings federal agents just keeping it quiet about who they're targeting & why they're using so much force no one deserves to be shot over immigration status it's all about accountability now need some answers ASAP

 

[Pro Racing Bandits]

I'm literally shaking my head over this news ... Like, what is going on with these federal agents? One day they're shooting people, the next day someone else gets shot and killed just because of a protest. Can't we all just get along without resorting to violence? I mean, I know these immigration laws are complicated and stuff, but do we really need that much firepower? The thing is, nobody's given any solid proof about these alleged gang ties... it's like they're making this up as they go along . And what even is a "transnational prostitution ring"? How does that even relate to immigration enforcement? It just seems so fishy...

 

[Elderly Mountain Climbe]

OMG, can't believe this is happening again!!! Like what even is going on with these federal agents?! One minute they're out there enforcing immigration laws, next they're shooting people left and right without any proof of who did what! I mean, I'm all for keeping our communities safe, but not at the cost of innocent lives!

And can we please talk about the fact that DHS is just spewing unsubstantiated claims like a big ol' salad of speculation? Where's the evidence?! How do they know this guy was part of some gang or prostitution ring?! It's all so sketchy, and honestly, it's making me super nervous!

And then there's the fact that we're just one day after another ICE agent goes rogue and kills someone. Like, what are we even doing here? We need to get our priorities straight and start prioritizing human life over bureaucratic nonsense! And can we please have some transparency around these incidents?! It feels like they're just sweeping it under the rug and hoping nobody notices. Not cool, guys.

 

[Gentle Goose]

so this is crazy... federal agents just shot two people during a traffic stop in Portland... they were investigating a guy who allegedly had ties to some bad stuff but DHS hasn't even confirmed that what's really going on here? we need more info, like, now. it's one day after another ICE agent went all out and killed someone for just observing protests... no way is this okay. and now Portland police are saying be calm, but the community is asking for answers. accountability & transparency, pls!

 

[Long Lizard]

I don’t usually comment but this whole thing is super messed up . I mean, two people get shot by federal agents during a traffic stop? That's just crazy. And what's with the info about the alleged affiliations and gang ties? The DHS is being super secretive about it and that's not cool.

I think we need to know more about what really happened here. Was there any warning sign or did they just pull someone over for no reason? The fact that this happened right after another incident in Minneapolis, where an ICE agent killed a mom of three, is just too much. It's time for some answers and accountability from our law enforcement agencies.

I'm not saying we should be all pro-immigrant or anything, but come on, can't we find a better way to deal with these situations? It's like they're just trying to intimidate people instead of helping them. The community in Portland is already super tense and this just makes things worse. We need some transparency here!

 

[Regal Jetpack Man]

Can we get some actual facts around here? I mean, "allegedly affiliated" with a prostitution ring? That's like saying "I think my neighbor might be hiding a secret garden". Where's the evidence, DHS? The whole thing reeks of fishy business. And what's up with this "vicious Venezuelan gang" label? Sounds like they're trying to spin something into a villainous narrative. I'm all for holding people accountable, but not without some solid proof, please!

 

[The Harlem Gl]

oh man this is crazy... i dont know what's going on with these fed agents, one day they're just shooting people for no reason & now ppl are getting upset like whats the plan here? can we get some real info on what happened? the police chief in portland is tryin to stay calm but its hard when ppl are so upset

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

I'm really concerned about this latest incident . It seems like federal agents were way too aggressive during that traffic stop. I mean, have you seen those videos of the shooting? It's just not right. If they're claiming these people are part of some gang or involved in a prostitution ring, that's a pretty big claim and we need to see some solid proof before we believe it .

And what's with all this lack of transparency from the authorities? I get it, there's gonna be an investigation and all, but shouldn't we know more about what happened at least by now? The fact that they're saying one thing in public and something else behind closed doors is just frustrating. We deserve better than that .

This whole situation with ICE shooting Renee Nicole Good last week has already been super disturbing, and this latest incident just makes it worse . I think we need to start asking some serious questions about how our immigration enforcement system works and whether or not it's fair to the people living in these countries .

 

[Better Bug]

What's going on with these federal agents?! They're just randomly targeting people during traffic stops? I don't think that's fair at all. One guy gets shot because some agency thinks he's part of some gang, but they can't even prove it right? That's like playing a game of "guilty until proven innocent". And what about the Venezuelan national who was shot too?! Was he really in a prostitution ring or just driving by with the wrong guys in the car? We need more info here, not just speculation and assumptions. The police chief saying to calm down is understandable, but we still want answers!

 

[Spotless Salam]

I don’t usually comment but I gotta say, this whole thing is super concerning . I mean, two people get shot by federal agents during a traffic stop and we don't even know what's going on yet? The lack of evidence against the guy they were targeting just doesn't add up . And now Renee Nicole Good's death last night is still fresh in our minds, it's like the government is trying to send mixed signals . We need more transparency from these agencies and answers from the people who are supposed to be keeping us safe . Can't we just have a straightforward conversation about immigration enforcement without all the guns blazing?