(Minneapolis, February 22, 2024) — Federal agents shot and killed a man in Minneapolis on Thursday, prompting investigations by the FBI and state authorities, according to multiple news reports.
Federal agents fatally shot a man in Minneapolis, leading to investigations by the FBI and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
- Federal agents were involved in the shooting that resulted in the death of a 37-year-old man.
- The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension assisting.
- The identity of the man killed has not yet been publicly released by authorities.
A man was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis on Thursday, February 22, officials confirmed to multiple news outlets. The shooting occurred during an encounter with law enforcement, though details surrounding the incident remain scarce.
Details of the Shooting
According to CNN, the shooting involved agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). NPR reported that the man killed was 37 years old. Fox News identified the involved agency as Border Patrol. People.com also reported the victim’s age as 37.
The FBI is leading the investigation into the shooting, with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) providing assistance, The New York Times reported. Authorities have not yet released the name of the man who was killed, nor have they provided details about the circumstances that led to the shooting.
“The FBI is investigating an officer-involved shooting in Minneapolis,” the FBI Minneapolis field office said in a statement to CNN.
The incident is under active investigation, and further information is expected to be released as it becomes available. The Minnesota BCA confirmed its involvement in the investigation to The New York Times.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by The New York Times, CNN, NPR, Fox News, and People.com and added independent analysis and context.
