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EXPLAINERNews|Civil RightsICE officer shoots Venezuelan immigrant in Minneapolis: What we knowICE-related shooting in Minnesota occurred one week after Renee Nicole Good was shot dead by federal officer.

## Shooting Incident Involving Federal Officer

NBy Noah KensingtonJan 15, 20261 min read

Shooting Incident Involving Federal Officer

On Wed, Jan 13, 2026, a federal officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, shot a Venezuelan man in the leg. The incident occurred during an attempt to arrest the individual, who was reportedly involved in an altercation with law enforcement using a snow shovel and broom handle.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) reported that federal officers were attempting to detain an individual who had entered the country in 2022. The man attempted to flee, resulting in a collision with another vehicle before escaping on foot. A struggle ensued when the officer caught up with him, leading to interference by two other individuals using makeshift weapons.

The officer, fearing for his safety, discharged his weapon, injuring the initial subject in the leg. After the incident, the individuals involved retreated to an apartment and were later taken into custody.

On Jan 7, 2026, Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an ICE officer in Minneapolis during an immigration operation. The event has sparked significant public demonstrations and statements from local officials.

On Wed, Jan 13, 2026, a federal officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota, shot a Venezuelan man in the leg.
Noah Kensington · Thehackingpost

The DHS initiated Operation Metro Surge in December, with a focus on Minneapolis, aiming to target undocumented immigrants and criminal activities. As part of this operation, additional ICE agents have been deployed to the area.

The state of Minnesota has filed a lawsuit challenging the operation as an unconstitutional federal intervention. The population of undocumented immigrants in Minnesota is estimated at 100,000, according to the Migration Policy Institute.

As of 2023, the Venezuelan immigrant population in the U.S. was approximately 770,000, with a significant portion residing without authorization. This demographic shift is part of a larger migration pattern due to economic and political instability in Venezuela.

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U.S. Actions Regarding Venezuelan Leadership

On Jan 3, 2026, Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro was detained by U.S. forces on charges related to narcoterrorism. This action is part of the broader geopolitical tensions between the two nations.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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