Summary
A federal agent was briefly kidnapped in Minnesota during a Homeland Security operation near Minneapolis. The incident took place amid increased immigration enforcement in the area, targeting the Somali community. Local police were not initially involved but helped rescue the agent.
Key Facts
- A federal agent from Homeland Security was briefly kidnapped on Wednesday near Minneapolis.
- The agent was held in a suspect's car for a short time.
- Local police from New Hope and Plymouth arrived and resolved the situation.
- The suspect fled the scene but was later detained.
- The operation is part of heightened federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota.
- DHS agents have reported increased threats and assaults during enforcement activities.
- Local police stated they do not participate in federal immigration enforcement.
