A Venezuelan national, Jorge Chacon-Gutierrez, who was living in the United States illegally, shot and wounded a Texas police officer during a confrontation early on Sunday morning, according to multiple law enforcement sources. The incident took place in San Antonio, where Chacon-Gutierrez died during a shootout with SAPD officers. It is still unclear whether he was killed by officers or if he took his own life.
The shooting occurred after SAPD officers responded to a domestic violence call around 3 a.m. and found the suspect in bed with a rifle. Upon their arrival, the suspect opened fire on the officers, leading to a shootout. A female police officer was injured during the exchange of gunfire, sustaining multiple gunshot wounds. She underwent surgery on Sunday morning and is expected to recover.
Further investigations revealed that Chacon-Gutierrez had been apprehended by Border Patrol after illegally crossing into Eagle Pass, Texas, in November 2023. Despite being taken into custody, he was released into the U.S. with a scheduled court date set for April 2026.
In the wake of this tragic incident, authorities are working to gather more information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Fox News Digital reached out to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for additional details, but no response has been provided at this time.
Bill Melugin, a correspondent for FOX News Channel based in Los Angeles, has been following the developments of this case closely. He joined the network in May 2021 and continues to provide updates on the situation as more information becomes available.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by law enforcement officers in dealing with individuals who are living in the country illegally. It highlights the importance of border security and the need for comprehensive immigration reform to address such issues effectively. As the investigation continues, the community is left grappling with the aftermath of the violent confrontation and hoping for a swift recovery for the injured police officer.
