Minneapolis Streets Engulfed in Chaos Following Fatal ICE Shooting
Violent clashes erupted on the streets of Minneapolis, Minnesota, on Saturday as protesters confronted federal law enforcement following a deadly morning shooting by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. The incident, which left a 37-year-old resident dead, quickly escalated into a scene of fury and confrontation, with tear gas canisters clouding the air and demonstrators chanting in the distance.
Seventy-Year-Old Man Voices Raw Anger Amidst Smoke-Filled Streets
An MS NOW reporter documenting the ongoing turmoil captured the intense emotions of an older man navigating the chaotic, smoke-filled environment. The man, visibly enraged, directed his anger toward ICE agents, screaming expletives as tear gas spread through the area. "Fuck you!" he yelled, his voice cutting through the noise. "Stop! Look out! Damn!"
When approached by the reporter to check on his well-being, the man confirmed he was physically "all right" but emotionally overwhelmed. "I'm just angry!" he screamed. "I'm 70 years old, and I'm fucking angry!" His words echoed the heightened tensions in the city, which have been simmering for weeks.
Federal Agents Deploy Tear Gas as Protests Intensify
Federal immigration agents at the scene continued to fire tear gas canisters at protesters, creating waves of bright white smoke that enveloped the streets. The man was seen taking a water bottle from a pallet before disappearing into the thick smoke, coughing as he walked away. The loud booms of canisters and distant chants from demonstrators underscored the volatile atmosphere.
Contradictory Accounts Emerge in Fatal Shooting Incident
Video footage from earlier in the morning, captured from inside Glam Doll Donuts across the street, shows masked federal agents wrestling a man to the ground before shooting him multiple times. Minneapolis officials later stated during a press conference that the victim was believed to be a U.S. citizen, adding a layer of complexity to the incident.
The Justice Department issued a statement claiming the man approached Border Patrol officers armed with a handgun and "violently resisted" attempts to disarm him. This led an officer to fear for his life and fire "defensive shots." However, Police Chief Brian O'Hara noted the victim was a "lawful gun owner with a permit to carry," raising questions about the use of force.
Eyewitness Video and Political Fallout Amplify Tensions
An eyewitness video taken moments before the shooting appears to show the man holding his cell phone to film two federal agents when one agent put a hand on his chest and pushed him back. This fatal event has exacerbated already sky-high tensions in Minneapolis, where another resident, Renee Good, was fatally shot earlier in the month.
During the press conference, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey made a direct plea to President Donald Trump, urging him to withdraw ICE from the city. "This is a moment to act like a leader," said Frey. "Put Minneapolis, put America first. Let's achieve peace. Let's end this operation, and I'm telling you our city will come back, safety will be restored. Take action now to remove these federal agents."
The situation remains fluid, with community outrage and political demands highlighting deep divisions over immigration enforcement and public safety in urban centers.
