An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer with a history of violent behavior shot and killed a Colombian man in Maine this week. The officer, David Brouillette, is an Army veteran who has struggled with serious mental health issues since early childhood, according to his relatives.

History of Violence

Brouillette has a history of terrifying and violent behavior, including attacking women in his life and making threatening comments. His relatives have expressed concern about his ability to carry a gun and patrol American streets.

Brouillette was hired by ICE despite his troubled past, which raises questions about the Department of Homeland Security’s vetting process. At least 10 people have died in encounters with immigration agents since President Donald Trump launched his immigration crackdown.

Incident Details

The shooting occurred on Monday in the coastal Maine city of Biddeford, where Brouillette shot and killed 25-year-old Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero. ICE has said that the vehicle attempted to flee the scene and an officer discharged his weapon, fearing for public safety.

Brouillette’s relatives have spoken out about his history of violence and mental health issues, including a diagnosis of severe bipolar disorder and attention deficit disorder as a child. They have expressed concern about his ability to carry a gun and interact with the public.

Original reporting: NBC Connecticut (Hartford) — read the source article.