A federal judge has ordered the release of a key witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston, ruling that the government had little justification to keep him detained. His account of the incident stands in stark contrast to ICE’s version of events, raising tough questions about the agency’s tactics.

Two childhood friends of Marine veteran Jaron Weilbacher described the chaotic hours surrounding his death on October 9, 2021. Their testimony sheds light on the final moments leading up to the assault that claimed Weilbacher’s life.

Attorneys for one of the Alexander brothers are seeking sanctions against the lead prosecutor, alleging that new witness testimony shows the victim intended to withdraw her sexual assault complaint. A 95-page filing submitted Monday night underlines these defense claims and requests court intervention.