> At a Glance
> – Border Patrol agent shot a man and woman after a targeted vehicle stop in Portland
> – Federal officials claim the driver tried to run over agents, prompting defensive gunfire
> – Both occupants, alleged Tren de Aragua gang members, were hospitalized
> – Why it matters: The incident fuels local anger over federal immigration operations, coming one day after a fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis
A Border Patrol agent wounded two people Thursday afternoon in east Portland during what federal authorities call a self-defense shooting, igniting fresh protests over immigration enforcement just 24 hours after a similar fatal encounter in Minneapolis.
The Shooting
The confrontation unfolded at 2:19 p.m. near Southeast 102nd and Main Street. Agents had stopped a red Toyota to arrest a 33-year-old Venezuelan man described as an “illegal alien affiliated with the transnational Tren de Aragua prostitution ring,” according to Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin.
When agents approached, the driver allegedly accelerated toward them. One agent opened fire, striking both occupants. The vehicle sped off and was later found three miles away where a 32-year-old woman and the male driver were located with gunshot wounds.
Federal Account vs. Local Reaction
McLaughlin stated:
> “Fearing for his life and safety, an agent fired defensive shots. The driver drove off with the passenger, fleeing the scene.”
Portland Police Chief Bob Day urged calm:
> “We understand the heightened emotion and tension many are feeling in the wake of the shooting in Minneapolis, but I am asking the community to remain calm as we work to learn more.”
Mayor Keith Wilson condemned the operation:
> “Portland should not be treated as a military training ground. I call on every Portlander to represent our values and to show up with calm and purpose during this difficult time.”
Parallel to Minneapolis
The Portland incident occurred one day after Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen, was shot dead by an ICE officer in Minneapolis. Federal officials there also claimed the driver “weaponized” her vehicle, but Mayor Jacob Frey called that narrative “bulls—.”
Key similarities between the two shootings:
- Both involved federal immigration agents
- Officials cited self-defense against vehicles used as weapons
- Local leaders dispute the federal version of events
| Location | Time | Victim(s) | Federal Claim | Local Response |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | 2:19 p.m. | 33M, 32F | Driver tried to run over agents | Mayor wants ICE ops halted |
| Minneapolis | Previous day | 37F woman | Driver tried to run over agents | Mayor calls claim false |
Investigation Status
The FBI has taken the lead, treating the case as “an assault on federal officers.” Portland police only provided initial aid, applying a tourniquet before both injured people were transported; their conditions remain unknown.
The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners declared:
> “What we can say now is enough is enough. The terror and violence ICE is causing in our neighborhoods must end now.”
Key Takeaways
- Two alleged Tren de Aragua gang members were shot by a Border Patrol agent in Portland
- Federal authorities say the agent acted in self-defense after the driver tried to run agents over
- Local officials demand an end to federal immigration operations in the city
- The FBI is leading the investigation; the injured pair are being treated at a local hospital
Community tension remains high as Portland awaits fuller details from the ongoing federal probe.
