ICE Officer Indicted for False Claims | Miami News

An ICE officer has become the first federal agent ever prosecuted for actions during Operation Metro Surge after being indicted for lying about how he was attacked before firing his weapon. He claimed he was struck with a broom and shovel, but prosecutors say he had only a brief physical interaction and fired through a door while standing, hitting a man with a child inside. The officer, Christian Castro, turned himself in and posted bond with a GPS monitor, planning to plead not guilty. His case has sparked internal Justice Department turmoil, with one prosecutor who pushed for civil rights charges fired amid an ongoing investigation. The victim’s attorney demands harsher charges and seeks damages from the federal government. 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/99a070d0d1bbdac7