Harris County leaders are seeking funding for an independent investigation into a deadly shooting involving an ICE agent. The incident occurred on July 7 and resulted in the death of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo.

County officials announced plans to request funding for the investigation during a news conference. The move comes after the victim's family and community advocates called for an independent investigation.

Further details about the investigation and the shooting are available through FOX 26 Houston. Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis has stated that the county has the authority and responsibility to investigate the incident.