By MES Dispatch staff
The Briefing
- A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman during a federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis.
- Federal officials called the incident self-defense, saying the driver attempted to use her vehicle against officers.
- Local officials, including Minneapolis leaders, disputed the federal account and said video was under review.
- The FBI is leading the ongoing investigation into the shooting.
- The incident has heightened tensions between federal enforcement and local authorities in Minnesota.
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer shot and killed a 37-year-old woman Wednesday morning during a federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis, authorities said.
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Homeland Security officials characterized the shooting as an act of self-defense, stating the driver used her vehicle in an attempt to strike officers during the operation.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz viewed video of the encounter and publicly challenged the federal account, saying the woman was not attempting to harm officers, and calling for a thorough investigation.
Bystander video shared on social media shows the woman’s SUV near federal agents when shots were fired; it was unclear whether the vehicle made contact with officers before or after the gunfire.
The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, and state authorities have said they are seeking full access to evidence.
Officials have not released the identity of the woman or the ICE officer involved. Local and federal leaders continue to discuss the circumstances as the inquiry progresses.