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Houston Mayor Whitmire Addresses Investigation into Fatal ICE Shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
✍️ CW39 Houston
🗓 11 Jul 2026, 06:02 AM
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Mayor Greg Whitmire released a statement regarding the ongoing investigation into the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers.
Mayor Greg Whitmire issued a statement today concerning the investigation into the fatal shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, which was carried out by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. The mayor emphasized the city’s commitment to ensuring a thorough and transparent inquiry into the incident.
Whitmire’s remarks were made in the context of ongoing efforts by local and federal authorities to review the circumstances surrounding the shooting. He urged the public to cooperate with investigators and assured residents that the city would support the process.
The mayor also reiterated the importance of accountability and due process in cases involving law enforcement actions, highlighting that the city remains dedicated to upholding the safety and rights of all its residents.
Whitmire’s remarks were made in the context of ongoing efforts by local and federal authorities to review the circumstances surrounding the shooting. He urged the public to cooperate with investigators and assured residents that the city would support the process.
The mayor also reiterated the importance of accountability and due process in cases involving law enforcement actions, highlighting that the city remains dedicated to upholding the safety and rights of all its residents.