ICE Agent Charged with Felony Assault in Minneapolis

Authorities allege the agent committed two counts of second-degree assault in February.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 11:40pm

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A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent has been charged with two counts of second-degree assault that allegedly occurred in Minneapolis in February, according to the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.

Why it matters

This case raises concerns about the conduct and accountability of federal law enforcement agents, especially those with broad powers like ICE agents who interact with immigrant communities. It also highlights ongoing tensions between federal immigration authorities and local jurisdictions.

The details

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office has charged the unnamed ICE agent with two counts of second-degree assault, but has not released any further details about the specific incidents or the agent's identity.

  • The alleged assaults occurred in February 2026.

The players

Hennepin County Attorney's Office

The local prosecutor's office in Minneapolis that has filed charges against the ICE agent.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal law enforcement agency that employs the agent charged with assault.

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What’s next

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office has not indicated when the agent will appear in court or provided any additional details about the case.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing tensions between federal immigration authorities and local jurisdictions, as well as the need for greater transparency and accountability around the conduct of federal law enforcement agents.