This is already the second case in which a government official has caused the death of a civilian.
In response to the incident, a mass protest took place in Minneapolis, with estimates of participation ranging from 50,000 to 100,000 people. Protesters demanded accountability for the agent who shot a woman several weeks ago.
Witnesses claim that several police officers first knocked the man to the ground, then struck him several times, and subsequently opened fire in front of a café.
The city hall, in its social media message, urged residents to remain calm and avoid the area, adding that efforts are underway to clarify the details of the incident.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz expressed dissatisfaction, noting that he discussed the "new horrific shooting incident" with representatives of the White House. "Minnesota is tired of this. It is unacceptable," he added, calling on President Donald Trump to immediately withdraw "thousands of unprofessional and brutal officers" from the state.
Since December of last year, ICE has been conducting Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota, aimed at identifying, detaining, and deporting illegal migrants.
