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In Photos: Protesters Clash With Police After Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

In Photos: Protesters Clash With Police After Fatal Minneapolis Shooting

Summary

Federal immigration officers shot and killed a man during an operation in Minneapolis, leading to large protests. This incident is part of ongoing tension regarding the Trump administration's immigration policies. The man reportedly approached officers with a gun, and during a struggle, officers shot him.

Key Facts

  • Federal officers killed a man during an enforcement operation in Minneapolis.
  • The incident happened near where another fatal shooting by ICE occurred weeks earlier.
  • The Department of Homeland Security stated the operation targeted an illegal alien wanted for assault.
  • DHS reports say the man had a handgun and resisted officers, prompting them to fire.
  • Videos show officers and the individual struggling before shots were fired.
  • Protests erupted with demonstrators confronting federal officers and blocking streets.
  • Minneapolis authorities asked people to stay away from the area while investigations continue.
  • Federal immigration operations are ongoing in the city despite daily protests.

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