A tense situation unfolded in the Hawthorne neighborhood of North Minneapolis as federal agents responded to a reported incident, resulting in a man being shot in the leg. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday evening, has sparked a large crowd gathering, with protesters using horns and whistles to express their concerns. The presence of federal agents and local police has created a heightened sense of security, with the block being closed off and the FBI also on the scene. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) provided a statement, detailing the sequence of events. According to their account, federal law enforcement conducted a 'targeted traffic stop' of a Venezuelan national at 6:50 p.m. The individual fled in their vehicle, crashing into something and then running away. When federal agents caught up, a struggle ensued, with the man and law enforcement officers engaging in a physical confrontation. During this struggle, two individuals from a nearby apartment emerged and attacked the officers with a snow shovel and broom handle. In a life-threatening situation, the officer fired defensive shots, hitting the man in the leg. The DHS emphasized that the officer's actions were taken to ensure his life and safety. The crowd's response was intense, with authorities dispersing pepper spray and using flash bangs as protesters threw objects at them. KARE 11's reporters are on the ground, gathering more information. This incident comes on the heels of a previous shooting involving an ICE agent, who killed 37-year-old Renee Good in south Minneapolis. The surge in federal agents in the Twin Cities has led to widespread protests and legal action from Minnesota leaders, who are suing to end the recent Department of Homeland Security surge. Governor Tim Walz addressed the state, reiterating his call for federal agents to leave Minnesota. The city of Minneapolis has also acknowledged the reports and is working to gather more details, as the situation continues to unfold.
