Oregon is launching a formal investigation into the shooting of two people by Department of Homeland Security in Portland on Thursday. File Photo by Bonnie Cash/UPI | License Photo
Jan. 9 (UPI) -- The Oregon Department of Justice is launching a formal investigation into the shooting of two people in Portland by federal immigration officers, the state's top cop announced late Thursday, amid growing concerns over their use of force following the death of a 37-year-old woman earlier this week.
Dan Rayfield, the state's Democratic attorney general, announced the probe hours after Customs and Border Protection shot the two individuals.
"We have been clear about our concerns with excessive use of force by federal agents in Portland and nationally," Rayfield said in a statement.
"Today's incident only heightens the need for transparency and accountability. Our office will take every step necessary to ensure that the rights and security of Oregonians are protected."
