Minneapolis: A concerning incident unfolded in Minneapolis on Wednesday, as a federal officer discharged a firearm, resulting in the death of a motorist who authorities allege attempted to strike law enforcement personnel during an immigration enforcement operation.
According to a statement released by Department of Homeland Security spokesperson Tricia McLaughlin, the shooting occurred in a residential area of Minneapolis, involving an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer and a woman inside her vehicle. This event represents a critically important escalation in the ongoing series of immigration enforcement actions being carried out in major U.S.cities. Did You Know? Since 2024, this marks at least the fifth fatality linked to such operations across several states.
The cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have experienced heightened tension since Tuesday’s declaration of the operation by DHS. The planned operation anticipates the participation of approximately 2,000 agents and officers, with a focus on addressing alleged fraud within the Somali community. I’ve found that thes large-scale operations frequently enough generate considerable anxiety and concern among residents.
following the shooting, a substantial group of protesters converged at the location, expressing their outrage towards both local and federal law enforcement officials present, including Gregory Bovino, a senior U.S. Customs and Border Patrol official.
“Shame! Shame! Shame!” and “ICE out of Minnesota!”
The scene mirrored similar confrontations observed during crackdowns in Los Angeles and Chicago, with bystanders voicing their disapproval through shouts and the consistent sound of whistles.
Mayor jacob Frey swiftly responded to the incident, asserting that the actions of immigration agents were instigating chaos in our city
. He publicly demanded the immediate departure of ICE from both Minneapolis and the state, reaffirming unwavering support for the immigrant and refugee communities.
| Event | Date | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Shooting Incident | January 7, 2026 | minneapolis, Minnesota |
| DHS Operation Announcement | January 6, 2026 | Minneapolis/St. Paul |
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