Bodycam Footage Reveals Border Patrol Agent Shooting Chicago Woman Marimar Martinez
Bodycam footage documenting the shooting of Marimar Martinez has been made public following a court ruling. The incident involving a Border Patrol agent occurred in October 2023 in the Brighton Park neighborhood of Chicago.
Details of the Shooting Incident
The release included three videos, each lasting between 15 and 20 minutes. These recordings depict the events leading up to and following the shooting on October 4. They corroborate the claims made by Martinez’s attorney regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Key Moments from the Videos
In one of the recordings, Border Patrol agents are heard stating, “we are boxed in” prior to their vehicle colliding with another car. Shortly after, Agent Charles Exum exited his vehicle and five gunshots were fired. However, the footage of the actual shooting was not included in the release.
- A black GMC Envoy was later observed reversing into another vehicle before fleeing the scene.
- Images of the agents’ vehicle and text exchanges from Exum were also released.
Text Messages and Evidence
One notable text from Exum read, “put that one in your book buddy,” to which a colleague responded, “good shootin, lol.” Exum’s reply was, “gracias senior.” Moreover, images shown during the release included a bullet hole in the windshield of the vehicle driven by Martinez.
Legal Developments
Martinez was shot a total of five times during this incident. Initially, the Department of Homeland Security alleged she had aggressively pursued the agents and rammed her car into theirs during an immigration protest near the intersection of Pershing Road and Kedzie Avenue. However, nearly two months later, federal prosecutors dismissed the assault charges against her with prejudice, preventing their re-filing.
Next Steps for Martinez
Martinez’s legal team is preparing to announce a civil lawsuit, with a press conference scheduled for 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The situation continues to evolve, drawing significant public interest in the use of force by law enforcement.
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