Second Federal Agent Shooting Rocks Minneapolis in Under Three Weeks
Minneapolis officials confirmed on Saturday morning that they are aware of reports detailing another shooting incident involving federal law enforcement officers within the city. This alarming event occurs less than three weeks after the tragic death of American citizen Renee Good, who was shot and killed by a federal immigration officer while attempting to drive away from a confrontation. The earlier incident had already ignited nationwide protests and heightened tensions regarding federal operations in the area.
Details Emerge from the Scene
City authorities released a statement indicating that the shooting involving federal law enforcement took place in the vicinity of West 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue South. Officials emphasised that they are actively working to verify additional details and have urged the public to remain calm and avoid the immediate area to ensure safety and facilitate the ongoing investigation.
A law enforcement source, directly briefed on the situation, provided a photograph showing a handgun positioned next to a loaded magazine. The source disclosed that the suspect was in possession of a firearm with two magazines, describing the situation as evolving and promising more information as soon as it becomes available.
Political Reactions and Calls for Action
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who served as Kamala Harris's running mate in the 2024 presidential election, issued a strongly worded statement shortly after the shooting. He expressed his profound dismay, stating, Minnesota has had it. This is sickening. Governor Walz revealed that he has already spoken with the White House regarding what he termed another horrific shooting by federal agents this morning.
In his remarks, Governor Walz directly called upon the president to terminate the ongoing immigration enforcement operation in the state, which is associated with the Trump administration. He demanded the immediate withdrawal of what he described as thousands of violent, untrained officers from Minnesota, underscoring the urgency of the situation.
Video Evidence and Media Reports
A video circulating online on Saturday morning, which aligns with the reported location of the shooting, depicts a man being wrestled to the ground by several law enforcement officers before being shot, appearing multiple times. The footage shows at least two officers with their weapons drawn, adding a visual dimension to the unfolding events.
Bill Melugin of Fox News, a network generally aligned with the Trump administration, reported that he was informed by multiple law enforcement sources that border patrol was the agency involved in the shooting. Melugin noted that the individual was down and that medics were actively providing assistance at the scene.
The Minneapolis Police Department and the Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to requests for comment from the media on Saturday morning, leaving many questions unanswered as the community grapples with this latest incident.
