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ICE Shooting in Biddeford ME of Johan Sebstian Duran Guerrero - Case Information
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– Last Updated: 8/05/2026
On the morning of July 13th 2026, the Biddeford community, and our nation, was shaken by the fatal shooting of Johan Sebstian Duran Guerrero by federal ICE agents. This act, like too many before, has prompted profound concerns about the actions of ICE officers and the federal government's responsibility for the use of deadly force. At Gideon Asen, we are honored to represent Johan's family in holding those responsible accountable and pursuing justice through the legal system.
This page is intended to serve as a resource, compiling facts, official documents, court filings, media coverage, firm commentary, and community resources.
Initial News Media
Ben Gideon on ABC News 7/17/2026
Bangor Daily News - Ben Gideon will represent Maine ICE shooting victim’s family
Bangor Daily News - Wife of man killed by ICE in Maine speaks of the father he was and wanted to be
WGME CBS 13 - 'My daughter asks for Papa': Family of Maine man killed by ICE agent speaks to media
The New York Times - ICE Agent Defended Shooting of Immigrant in Maine, Ex-Wife Says
The New York Times - Maine ICE Victim Relentlessly Pursued Better Life, Loved Ones Say
Boston Globe - Partner of man killed by ICE in Biddeford speaks out
Ben Gideon on WGME 7/21/2026
Maine Morning Star - Biddeford leaders and residents call for justice after ICE shooting
Washington Post - ICE officer's troubled past renews vetting questions
WGME CBS 13 - Vetting questions grow after ICE agent found 'not credible' by judge
Bangor Daily News - ICE agent who killed Biddeford man left a trail of disputed arrests
CBS News - FBI not conducting civil rights investigation into ICE shooting in Biddeford Maine
Official Documents
Community Resources
Legal Support: The Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project (ILAP) is the state's only statewide legal services organization, offering counsel on asylum, family reunification, and naturalization.
General Support & Advocacy: The Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition (MIRC) unites over 100 organizations to foster inclusion and operates the MIRC Resource Hub for basic needs and emergency support.
Resettlement & Case Management: Catholic Charities Maine Refugee & Immigration Services and Maine Immigrant & Refugee Services (MEIRS)help families achieve self-sufficiency, offering youth programs, ESL classes, and behavioral health services.
Employment & Career Building: The New Mainers Resource Center (NMRC) in Portland assists internationally trained professionals and skilled tradespeople with credentialing, licensing, and job readiness.
City-Specific Assistance: Local municipalities operate dedicated departments; for instance, the City of Portland Resettlement Program provides housing, food access, and social service navigation.
