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Body Cam Footage Contradicts Agent's Shooting Account

10/8/2025

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A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent fired five shots at Marimar Martinez's car.
Martinez's attorney says body-camera footage contradicts the government's account.
The footage reportedly shows the agent shouting before firing.
Prosecutors say the pursuit lasted over 20 minutes; Martinez had a licensed firearm but did not brandish it, and both were charged.

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Story summary

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent fired five shots at Marimar Martinez's car.
Martinez's attorney says body-camera footage contradicts the government's account.
The footage reportedly shows the agent shouting before firing.
Prosecutors say the pursuit lasted over 20 minutes; Martinez had a licensed firearm but did not brandish it, and both were charged.