Video Contradicts ICE Agent's Claim in Minneapolis Shooting

Footage shows agent fired on Venezuelan immigrant who was fleeing, contrary to agent's report

Apr. 6, 2026 at 5:12pm

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The New York Times has obtained video footage of an incident in Minneapolis where an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent shot a Venezuelan immigrant who was fleeing, contradicting the agent's claim that he had been attacked.

Why it matters

This incident raises concerns about the use of force by ICE agents and the potential for discrepancies between official reports and actual events, especially when dealing with vulnerable immigrant populations.

The details

The video shows the ICE agent pursuing the Venezuelan immigrant on foot and then firing multiple shots, even as the immigrant was running away. This contradicts the agent's initial report, which claimed the immigrant had attacked him.

  • The incident occurred in Minneapolis on April 4, 2026.

The players

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal law enforcement agency responsible for enforcing immigration laws in the United States.

Venezuelan immigrant

An immigrant from Venezuela who was the victim of the shooting incident in Minneapolis.

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What they’re saying

“The video clearly shows the agent firing on the immigrant as he was fleeing, which contradicts the agent's claim of being attacked.”

— New York Times reporter

What’s next

The incident is currently under investigation by local authorities and ICE to determine the full details and circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing concerns about the use of force by federal immigration enforcement agents and the need for greater transparency and accountability in their interactions with immigrant communities.