According to reporting by BBC News, an agent with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has shot a man during an enforcement action in New York City.

The shooting drew swift criticism from the Mayor of New York City, who expressed outrage over the incident.

In a statement addressing the matter, the Department of Homeland Security said the shooting occurred during the arrest of a person described by federal officials as a "criminal illegal alien".

Readers can find the full original report at BBC News.