In Houston, Texas, on July 7, 2026, Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a 52-year-old Mexican national, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent while driving to work. The incident occurred around 7 a.m. as Salgado Araujo was picking up his construction crew in the East End area. According to ICE, the agent attempted to stop Salgado Araujo's vehicle, alleging that he did not comply with verbal commands and attempted to run over an officer, prompting the agent to fire in self-defense. However, Salgado Araujo's family disputes this account, asserting that he would have complied if he had known the pursuing vehicle belonged to law enforcement. They emphasize that he had no criminal history and was in the process of applying for a work permit. The family described him as a dedicated family man who worked hard to provide for his wife and three children, and they are calling for an independent investigation into the shooting. The incident has raised concerns about the use of force by federal immigration agents, especially as it follows another ICE-involved shooting just days prior. The Department of Homeland Security's Office of the Inspector General is currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, while the FBI has also been brought in to look into the matter. The family and community members are mourning the loss of a man who was seen as dependable and kind, and they are advocating for justice and accountability in the wake of this tragic event.