Federal prosecutors charge Venezuelan man shot by ICE agent in Austin, Texas, with assaulting an officer

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View in Browser Federal prosecutors charge Venezuelan man shot by ICE agent in Austin, Texas, with assaulting an officer September 29, 2026 Officials are accusing Wilber Rafael Garces-Perez, 28, of sideswiping an officer and later attempting to hit an officer with his car when Immigration and Customs Enforcement pulled him over after a judge had issued a final removal order. Read more Want more from AP News? Sign up for Morning Wire and Afternoon Wire for a rundown of the top stories of the day. ADVERTISEMENT SUPPORT THE AP. DONATE. Manage preferences  | Privacy policy | Unsubscribe     *Advertisers have no control over editorial decisions or content. If you're interested in advertising, contact us here.