A U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer was shot in a Manhattan park during a failed robbery incident, leaving him wounded but in stable condition. The officer, off-duty at the time, faced two assailants on a moped as he sat with a woman beneath the George Washington Bridge. The ensuing exchange of gunfire resulted in injuries to the officer and one of the perpetrators, who was later identified and taken into custody. The incident highlights the risks faced by law enforcement officers, and the ongoing challenges in securing borders amidst increased enforcement actions. President Donald Trump referenced the officer’s bravery, linking the incident to broader political debates around border security.
