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Minneapolis Shooting Sparks Outrage During Immigration Crackdown
Minneapolis, USAThursday, January 8, 2026
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Incident Overview
- Location: Residential area near downtown Minneapolis
- Victim: 37-year-old woman
- Event: Shot and killed during an immigration enforcement operation
- Video Evidence: Captured on video, sparked local outrage
Federal Officials' Account
- Claim: Woman attempted to run over officers with her vehicle
- Action: Officer fired in self-defense
- Statements:
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem: Described the incident as an act of domestic terrorism, stating the woman rammed the officers with her car.
- President Donald Trump: Defended the ICE officer's actions on social media.
Local Officials' Response
- Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey:
- Called the official's account "garbage" and the shooting "unnecessary."
- Criticized the federal government's deployment of over 2,000 officers to the Twin Cities.
- Accused them of causing chaos and distrust.
- Demanded that ICE leave Minneapolis.
Video Evidence
- Footage: Shows officer approaching the woman's SUV and demanding she open the door.
- Incident: Vehicle begins to move; another officer fires multiple shots into the car.
- Uncertainty: Whether the vehicle made contact with the officer before crashing into parked cars nearby.
Impact and Reactions
- Tensions: Incident intensified tensions in the Twin Cities, already on edge due to the Department of Homeland Security's operation.
- Comparisons: Drawn to previous immigration crackdowns in cities like Los Angeles and Chicago.
- Governor Tim Walz: Urged protesters to remain peaceful.
- Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara: Provided a brief description of the shooting without confirming federal officials' claims.
Ongoing Investigation
- Authorities Involved: Both state and federal authorities are investigating the incident.
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