Minneapolis: Man Pulls Gun On Federal Agents

Minneapolis, Hennepin County (trfnews.i234.me) — A person was reportedly shot Saturday morning during a confrontation with federal agents.

The incident happened near West 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue South, according to Minneapolis officials.

The city said it was aware of reports and was working to confirm details.

Officials asked the public to remain calm and avoid the area.

The city posted its update on social media shortly after the report.

Governor Tim Walz also posted about the shooting on social media.

What we know so far

The video shared online appears to show agents tackling a man on a sidewalk.

A gunshot is heard, and the footage appears to show more shots.

Officials have not released the person’s name.

The person’s condition was not confirmed by mid-morning Saturday.

Authorities have not said why the agents confronted the man.

They have not said if any arrests were made.

Several outlets reported Immigration and Customs Enforcement was involved.

Other reports described the agents as Border Patrol officers.

The city did not confirm the agency in its first statement.

Walz said he spoke with the White House after the shooting.

Walz called the incident “sickening” in his post.

He said the president must end the federal operation in Minnesota.

Walz again called for federal agents to leave the Twin Cities.

The shooting happened during ongoing protests over immigration enforcement.

Crowds gathered near the scene after the reported gunfire.

Some reports said the person involved was armed with a handgun.

A photo shared with reporters showed a gun and a loaded magazine.

Investigators have not said what led up to the confrontation.

It is also unclear if anyone else was hurt.

No official timeline has been released for the review.

City officials said they are trying to confirm more facts.

The event is the latest in a string of federal-related shootings this month.

Earlier in January, Renee Good was shot and killed in Minneapolis, reports said.

That earlier case also sparked protests and calls for answers.

Investigators have not said if the cases are connected.

I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.