Texas man found to be illegal immigrant after arrest

A man living in the United States illegally, Homero Salinas, caused chaos in his home during a drug-induced hallucination. Salinas, 47, called 911 claiming that people were trying to kill him and that his entire family had been murdered. The situation escalated when he fired 30 shots into his residence, prompting his loved ones to take cover.

Authorities in Texas responded to the incident, which took place at around 2:40 a.m. Salinas, who had been hallucinating after consuming cocaine and alcohol, was identified as the perpetrator of the threat. He had fired multiple gunshots at the front of the house where his family resided.

Salinas was found walking on a nearby street and was apprehended by the police. He falsely claimed to be wearing a ballistic vest. Upon searching the premises, law enforcement discovered several firearms and ammunition. Fortunately, Salinas’ family members were unharmed, and the damage from the gunshots was contained to the property.

It was later revealed that Salinas, a Mexican citizen, was residing in the U.S. illegally. In 2013, he had been processed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), and a detainer had been placed on him at that time.

Ferris City Manager Brooks Williams commended the first responders for their skill and discipline in handling the situation without any casualties. However, he emphasized the systemic failure that allowed someone without legal status to possess deadly weapons and cause harm.

Deputy City Manager for Public Safety John DeLeon stressed the importance of enforcing laws to protect the community. He highlighted the need to address loopholes that enable individuals like Salinas to evade deportation and pose a threat to public safety.

The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by illegal immigration and the importance of upholding existing laws to safeguard communities. It underscores the need for comprehensive immigration reform to address gaps in the system and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.