An attorney representing witnesses to a deadly shooting in Houston has stated that a statement issued by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) regarding the incident is false. The claim was made during a news conference on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, where Ronaldo Salgado and Lorenzo Jr., sons of victim Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, held a photograph of their father.
Witnesses Contradict Official Account
The attorney, who spoke on behalf of the witnesses, asserted that the ICE narrative of the shooting does not match what those present at the scene observed. The details of the discrepancy were not fully disclosed, but the attorney emphasized that the witnesses are prepared to provide testimony that challenges the federal agency's version of events.
Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was killed in the shooting, which occurred in Houston. His sons, Ronaldo and Lorenzo Jr., participated in the news conference to demand transparency and accountability. They held a photograph of their father as they called for a thorough investigation.
Legal and Community Response
The attorney's remarks have sparked renewed scrutiny of ICE's actions in the case. Community advocates have expressed concern over potential misrepresentation of facts by law enforcement agencies. The family has retained legal counsel to pursue justice and ensure that the full truth of the incident is revealed.
As of now, ICE has not issued a response to the attorney's allegations. The Houston Police Department is also involved in the investigation, but no further details have been released.
