Chicago Woman Shot by Federal Agents, Lawyers Claim Documents Show DHS Lied

Lawyers say documents prove federal agents falsely reported details about the shooting incident.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Lawyers for a Chicago woman who was shot by federal agents claim that newly released documents show how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) lied about the details surrounding the investigation and shooting incident. The lawyers allege that a top Border Patrol commander praised the federal agent who shot the woman, despite the agent's actions being questionable.

Why it matters

This case raises serious concerns about transparency and accountability within federal law enforcement agencies like DHS. If the lawyers' claims are true, it could undermine public trust in the government's ability to properly investigate and report on use-of-force incidents involving its own agents.

The details

The lawyers say the documents they obtained prove that federal agents falsely reported key details about the shooting incident and the subsequent investigation. They allege the documents show a top Border Patrol official praising the agent who shot the Chicago woman, despite the questionable circumstances surrounding the use of force.

  • The shooting incident occurred in Chicago in 2026.

The players

Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The U.S. federal executive department responsible for public security, including border protection, immigration enforcement, and disaster response.

Border Patrol

A law enforcement arm of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency that is responsible for securing the country's borders and preventing the illegal entry of individuals.

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What they’re saying

“The documents we've obtained prove that federal agents lied about the details of this shooting incident and the subsequent investigation. It's clear the DHS is more concerned with covering up wrongdoing than being transparent and accountable to the public.”

— Lawyer for Chicago Woman

What’s next

The lawyers plan to file a lawsuit against the DHS and the federal agents involved in the shooting incident, seeking to hold them accountable for their alleged lies and cover-up.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing need for greater transparency and independent oversight of federal law enforcement agencies like the DHS, to ensure they are held accountable for any misconduct or abuse of power.