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ICE Agents Fatally Shoot Colombian Man in Maine, Second Deadly Force Incident in a Week
July 23, 2026
Why it matters locally: This incident occurred in Maine, directly involving a federal agency's use of force within the state, raising questions and concerns among the state's population regarding law enforcement actions and federal jurisdiction.
BIDDEFORD, MAINE — Agents from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) shot and killed a Colombian man in Biddeford on Thursday. This incident represents the second time in one week that ICE agents have discharged firearms, resulting in a fatality. Bystander video footage captured agents attempting to stop a white sedan. The vehicle was moving in circles within an intersection in Biddeford, a town southwest of Portland. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the individual or details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting.
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