Incident Involving CBP Officers in New York City
New York City’s customs and border patrol (CBP) officers encountered a serious situation on Saturday night when one was shot in the face, as reported by local officials.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has identified a suspect, Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, a Dominican national. He had previously been apprehended by the Border Patrol in April 2023.
After his arrest at the Arizona border, Nunez was permitted to enter the United States, even though he is still facing an aggressive deportation order.
In a statement, former President Donald Trump addressed the incident on Sunday afternoon: “Last night in New York City, an incredible CBP officer was shot in the face by an illegal alien monster released to the country under Joe Biden. He was arrested at the border in April 2023, but was released instead of being deported,” Trump stated. He went on to commend CBP officials for their bravery in dealing with attackers, criticizing the influx of what he termed “criminal invaders.”
Details about the shooters involved in the incident remain unclear, reflective of the ongoing violence against CBP agents.
Footage obtained shows two suspects approaching an unidentified officer who was conversing near the water. The officer, off-duty and not in uniform, drew his weapon to defend himself, leading to a brief exchange of gunfire.
The officer was injured and transported to the hospital, where he is currently in stable condition and expected to recover.
Nunez also sustained injuries in the altercation, having been shot in the chest and hospitalized, though his condition remains unknown at this time.
DHS reported that Nunez has an outstanding warrant for a case in Massachusetts related to previous felony charges.
This incident follows reports of multiple immigrant-related criminal activities, including theft and assault, highlighting ongoing concerns in the region.
Statistics show that over 3,000 immigrants residing in shelters across the city have been arrested nearly 5,000 times from January 2023 to October 2024.
