Federal immigration agents shot dead a man in Minneapolis on Saturday, January 24, 2026.
This becomes the second fatal shooting of a civilian in Minneapolis, sparking fresh protests and outrage from state officials.
The death came less than three weeks after US citizen Renee Good was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer involved in sweeps to round up undocumented migrants.
The Department of Homeland Security insisted its officers acted in self-defense while seeking “an illegal alien wanted for violent assault” in a “targeted operation.”
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz called the shooting “horrific” and demanded that state authorities lead the investigation, according to AFP.
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A video circulating on social media – and later confirmed by authorities – show several agents, including at least one wearing a vest marked “POLICE,” surrounding a person on the ground and hitting him multiple times. Several gunshots are heard.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey pulled no punches, urging President Donald Trump to end the federal immigration operation, which has sparked sometimes violent demonstrations.
“This is a moment to act like a leader. Put Minneapolis, put America first in this moment – let’s achieve peace. Let’s end this operation,” Frey said.
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