Overview
- Lorenzo Salgado Araujo was shot and killed during an ICE traffic stop in Houston on July 7 when an agent fired at his work van, a confrontation that witnesses and passengers dispute.
- Laboratory testing reported to the Harris County district attorney and announced by Rep. Sylvia Garcia on July 24–25 found the substance seized from the van tested negative for narcotics.
- An FBI affidavit filed earlier said agents saw small plastic bags with a crystal‑like substance and sought a search warrant, and critics condemned the rapid unsealing of that warrant before testing.
- Harris County District Attorney Sean Teare says federal officials have not provided his office with key evidence, including the shooter’s identity and any body‑worn or dash camera footage, while multiple investigations continue.
- Family members testified at a July 24 congressional forum calling for an independent, transparent inquiry and reforms such as mandatory cameras for ICE agents to prevent similar deaths and strengthen accountability.