An off-duty US Customs and Border Protection officer was shot in Manhattan during an apparent robbery attack. The officer, aged 42 and in stable condition, engaged in gunfire with an assailant who approached him on a moped. The suspect, Miguel Mora, a 21-year-old undocumented immigrant, was arrested after sustaining injuries consistent with the shooting. Mora has a criminal history that includes domestic violence and robbery charges. The shooting incident has prompted discussions on border security and public safety, highlighted by comments from President Trump.
An off-duty US Customs and Border Protection officer in Manhattan was shot during an attempted robbery by two men on a moped late Saturday night.
The officer, who was not in uniform, realized he was being robbed, drew his service weapon, and exchanged gunfire with the assailant.
Miguel Mora, a 21-year-old undocumented immigrant with an extensive criminal record, was taken into custody after being shot and arriving at a Bronx hospital.
President Trump used the incident to highlight Democrats' failures in border security, emphasizing the officer's bravery in fighting off his attacker.
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