Pima County, Arizona — One person died after a shooting involving Border Patrol agents in Pima County on Tuesday, officials said. Pima County Sheriff’s Department.
Sheriff officials said they asked Pima County legislators to assist USBP agents chasing a vehicle on Highway 286 near Sassave, Arizona, shortly before 7 p.m.
Officials said shots were fired during the chase.Customs and Border Protection officials said KVOA, The vehicle was involved in smuggling and the vehicle’s driver was shot dead.
The names of the people and agents involved have not been released.
This is a developing story. Check 12News for the latest information.
VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: Un muerto en una balacera que involucró a la Patrulla Fronteriza en el Condado Pima
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