Summary
A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot and killed a man in Minneapolis during an operation by immigration officers. Protests erupted after the incident, and authorities used tear gas to disperse the crowds. The operation in the city started after federal agents were deployed due to welfare fraud allegations.
Key Facts
- A U.S. Border Patrol officer killed 37-year-old Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
- The incident happened amid protests against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city.
- Federal agents were sent to Minneapolis on January 6 due to welfare fraud allegations.
- Alex Pretti was a U.S. citizen and lawful gun owner, with no criminal record besides parking tickets.
- Officials claim Pretti approached with a handgun, leading to the shooting.
- The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the shooting during a "targeted operation."
- Minnesota's governor and Minneapolis' mayor criticized the federal operations and called for an investigation.
- President Trump responded on social media, questioning local enforcement's role and accused local officials of misconduct.
