Summary
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis. The man was reportedly in the U.S. illegally from Venezuela. The incident has sparked protests in the city and is currently under investigation by the FBI.
Key Facts
- An ICE officer shot a man in the leg in Minneapolis, and the man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
- The incident happened after a car chase; the man was believed to be in the country illegally.
- An argument occurred between the man and the ICE officer, which led to the shooting.
- Two other people allegedly attacked the ICE officer during the altercation, and both are now in custody.
- Local officials and protesters are calling for ICE to leave Minneapolis, criticizing federal actions.
- The incident followed another recent ICE-related shooting in which a woman was killed.
- The FBI is investigating the shooting, and Minneapolis officials have expressed concern over ICE's presence.
- Protests have erupted in the city, with some officials blaming local leaders for increased tensions.
