Castro Faces New Charges After Shooting | Rochester News

Federal agent Christian Castro is now facing serious federal charges after allegedly shooting and injuring a man during an ICE raid — charges that include false statements and assault. The case spiraled into chaos when Texas blocked his extradition, citing unrelated fraud investigations, while Minnesota pressed forward with prosecution. A key prosecutor pushing for civil rights charges was abruptly removed and is now under investigation for alleged obstruction — though insiders say the probe remains active. Castro, suspended without pay since February, was arrested in May but released after a federal judge refused to order his transfer. Homeland Security called Minnesota’s prosecution “unlawful” and “political,” but prosecutors insist Castro lied about the attack, falsely accusing two men of assaulting officers with household tools. The victims’ attorneys remain silent as this high-stakes legal mess continues to unfold. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca2950df00c891d3