North Minneapolis: Tear Gas After ICE Shooting

Tear gas lingers in North Minneapolis after an ICE shooting during Operation Metro Surge.
Tear gas lingered in North Minneapolis into the early morning hours following a shooting by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent earlier in the evening. The incident occurred during Operation Metro Surge, a period of increased ICE activity in the region. This event highlights the tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and its impact on local communities.
Photo taken in January 2026.
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