Joaquin Castro
07/08/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/08/2026 14:31
Castro Statement on Fatal ICE Shooting of Houston Father
July 08, 2026
Castro Statement on Fatal ICE Shooting of Houston Father
SAN ANTONIO, TX - Today, Congressman Joaquin Castro (TX-20) released the following statement:
"Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was a husband and father, living and working in Houston for 35 years. Yesterday, an ICE agent shot and killed him.
"I join the family in demanding a full investigation and have urged ICE to release all body-camera and dash-camera footage, as well as any communications from agents before and after the shooting.
"My prayers are with the family and the entire Houston community grieving this tragic loss. His family and Texans deserve answers, accountability, and justice."
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