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Chicago Woman Shot 5 Times By Border Agents Will Testify In Washington Next Week
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CHICAGO — A woman shot five times by a Border Patrol agent last year will testify before federal lawmakers next week in Washington, D.C., at a joint forum examining use of force by the Department of Homeland Security.
Marimar Martinez was shot multiple times by federal immigration agents during an October clash in Brighton Park, where residents were protesting the federal officers’ presence.
Agents alleged Martinez chased them and rammed her car into an agent’s car, claims Martinez and her attorney disputed.
The forum, which will involve participation by federal lawmakers who sit on House and Senate oversight committees, will take place 2 p.m., Tuesday.
Parente represents Marimar Martinez, who was shot multiple times by federal agents in October amid Operation Midway Blitz.