Minneapolis, Minnesota — A person has died after being shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a federal immigration operation in south Minneapolis, according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) official.
The shooting occurred Wednesday morning near the intersection of East 34th Street and Portland Avenue as ICE agents were conducting an enforcement action. DHS officials confirmed that one individual was fatally shot at the scene.
Federal authorities said the ICE agent fired their weapon after perceiving an immediate threat. According to DHS, the agent acted in self-defense during an encounter that escalated rapidly. No ICE agents were reported injured in the incident.
Local officials, however, have disputed the federal government’s account. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey said city leaders have reviewed preliminary information and raised concerns about the justification for the use of deadly force. The mayor called for a full and transparent investigation and criticized the presence of federal immigration enforcement operations within the city.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz also addressed the incident, urging calm while emphasizing the need for accountability and an independent review of the shooting.
The victim’s identity has not yet been officially released, pending notification of family members.
Following the shooting, protests erupted in the surrounding neighborhood, with demonstrators gathering to condemn the actions of ICE and demand justice. Law enforcement agencies maintained a heavy presence in the area as tensions remained high.
The shooting is now under investigation, with multiple agencies expected to review the actions of the ICE agent involved. DHS said it is cooperating with all inquiries.
This is a developing story, and authorities say more information will be released as the investigation continues.
