Shooting at Immigration and Customs Enforcement Facility in Dallas
Update:
4:19 p.m. Sept. 27, 2019: Updated with the identities of the three people shot.
Three detainees were shot, one fatally, on Wednesday morning after authorities say a gunman fired “indiscriminately” at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas, striking a transport van.
On Saturday, Department of Homeland Security officials identified the three victims who were shot as Norlan Guzman-Fuentes, from El Salvador, who was killed when a gunman fired on the office building at around 6:30 a.m.; Jose Andres Bordones-Molina, from Venezuela; and Miguel Ángel García-Hernandez, from Mexico.
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The shooter, according to officials with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was identified Thursday as Joshua Jahn, a 29-year-old Collin County man alleged to have planned the attack for months to vent his hatred for the federal government.
Few details have been released about the victims in the days since the shooting. Here’s what we know so far.
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Victims of the Shooting
The Mexican Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Secretaria de Relaciones Exteriores, confirmed to The Dallas Morning News that one of the people who suffered serious injuries is a Mexican citizen.
In an interview with KUVN, Univision 23, his brother identified him as Miguel Ángel García Medina, a house painter who has lived in the United States for more than 20 years.
García Medina, of Arlington, was shot in his flank, back, stomach and neck. He remains hospitalized in grave condition after undergoing at least two surgeries, his brother said.
Eloy Monge, Consul for Protection and Legal Affairs at the Consulate General of Mexico in Dallas, told The News shortly after the shooting that the man’s immediate family is in North Texas and said they were being provided with permits to visit him in the hospital.
The Mexican Consulate in Dallas has also established a hotline at 214-621-0198 for people affected by the shooting or who have questions about the incident to call for more information.
Investigation and Aftermath
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and officials are working to determine the motives behind the attack. The shooter, Joshua Jahn, was identified as a 29-year-old Collin County man who had planned the attack for months.
The shooting has raised concerns about the safety and security of Immigration and Customs Enforcement facilities, as well as the potential for violence against government agencies and employees.
The incident has also sparked a debate about the need for increased security measures at government facilities, as well as the importance of addressing the root causes of violence and extremism.
Support for the Victims and Their Families
The Mexican Consulate in Dallas has established a hotline for people affected by the shooting or who have questions about the incident to call for more information.
The Consulate is also providing support and assistance to the victims and their families, including helping to facilitate communication with medical personnel and providing emotional support.
In addition, the Consulate is working with local community organizations to provide resources and support to the victims and their families, including food, shelter, and counseling services.
Conclusion
The shooting at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas was a tragic and senseless act of violence that resulted in the loss of one life and the injury of two others.
The incident highlights the need for increased security measures at government facilities, as well as the importance of addressing the root causes of violence and extremism.
It is also a reminder of the importance of supporting and assisting the victims and their families, and of providing resources and services to help them recover from the trauma and aftermath of the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Dallas?
A: A gunman fired “indiscriminately” at the facility, striking a transport van and shooting three detainees, one of whom was killed.
Q: Who was the shooter?
A: The shooter was identified as Joshua Jahn, a 29-year-old Collin County man who had planned the attack for months.
Q: What is the condition of the wounded victims?
A: One of the wounded victims, Miguel Ángel García Medina, is in grave condition after undergoing at least two surgeries.
Q: What support is being provided to the victims and their families?
A: The Mexican Consulate in Dallas has established a hotline and is providing support and assistance to the victims and their families, including helping to facilitate communication with medical personnel and providing emotional support.
