A man tragically lost his life after being shot by federal agents during an operation in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Saturday. The deceased was a 37-year-old resident of the city, and it is believed by the police that he was a U.S. citizen.
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara addressed the media on Saturday, revealing that the incident occurred amidst federal operations related to immigration enforcement in the city. This event has sparked fresh protests and led state authorities to demand that Minnesota take charge of the investigation.
Chief O'Hara confirmed that the individual was a Minneapolis resident and stated that the police "believe" he was a U.S. citizen. During the same briefing, he mentioned that preliminary information indicates multiple federal agents were involved in the shooting. A public video reportedly shows several agents in a scuffle with an individual.
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that the event took place around 9:05 a.m. during a federal operation, asserting that the man approached the agents while armed. According to the federal account, an attempt to disarm him led to a struggle, which resulted in an agent firing "in self-defense."
National media outlets have reported that the man legally owned firearms and had a permit to carry them, although his full identity was not immediately released in the available reports.
Meanwhile, Stephen Miller, a senior advisor to the White House, claimed without evidence that the American citizen who was shot was an "internal terrorist" who "attempted to murder a federal agent." However, no investigation has been concluded yet, and the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear.
Following the incident, Governor Tim Walz activated the State Emergency Operations Center and called for Minnesota to lead the investigation to ensure justice. He has also publicly urged calm and communicated to the White House that the state should oversee the investigation.
The shooting has led to an influx of protesters and heightened tension in Minneapolis, a city already dealing with unrest due to previous incidents. Local authorities and press reports noted clashes and the use of crowd control measures during subsequent gatherings.
Questions Regarding the ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
What led to the federal operation in Minneapolis?
The operation was related to immigration enforcement efforts in the city.
Who was the victim in the Minneapolis shooting?
The victim was a 37-year-old resident of Minneapolis, believed to be a U.S. citizen.
What actions have been taken by Minnesota's governor?
Governor Tim Walz has activated the State Emergency Operations Center and requested that Minnesota lead the investigation.