Off-Duty CBP Officer Shot In Manhattan, Two Suspects Arrested

An off-duty U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officer was shot in the face and arm during an attempted robbery in Manhattan's Fort Washington Park by two men on a scooter, one of whom was identified as Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez, a Dominican Republic citizen with multiple prior arrests and an outstanding deportation order. Nunez was initially detained after crossing the southern border illegally in April 2023 but was released instead of being deported, leading to widespread condemnation from President Trump, who criticized sanctuary city policies and the Biden administration's handling of immigration enforcement. The CBP officer, who defended himself by firing back at the assailants, is currently in stable condition. Miguel Francisco Mora Nunez has a history of criminal charges including assault, grand larceny, and criminal contempt, and had an active warrant for armed robbery. Authorities have arrested a second suspect connected to the incident, with both facing prosecution. The incident has sparked renewed debate over immigration policies and enforcement under the current administration.