MINNEAPOLIS — Protests spread across major US cities on Sunday after federal officers shot and killed a man in Minneapolis, an incident that has reignited public anger over law enforcement use of force and prompted calls for an independent investigation.
The shooting occurred during a federal operation in the city, according to authorities, though officials have released few details about the circumstances leading up to the fatal encounter. Federal agencies said the officers involved have been placed on administrative duty while the incident is reviewed.
In Minneapolis, demonstrators gathered near the site of the shooting, chanting slogans and holding signs demanding justice. Similar protests were reported in cities including Chicago, New York, Los Angeles and Seattle, where crowds marched through downtown areas and outside government buildings. While most demonstrations remained peaceful, police in some locations reported isolated incidents of vandalism and arrests.
Civil rights groups said the killing underscores longstanding concerns about accountability when federal officers are involved in fatal shootings. Organisers called for transparency, including the release of body camera footage and the identities of the officers involved.
Local officials urged calm, saying violence or destruction would only deepen divisions. Minnesota’s governor said the state would cooperate fully with any federal or independent inquiry, adding that public trust depends on a credible investigation and clear answers.
The shooting has revived painful memories in Minneapolis, a city that became a focal point for nationwide protests after the killing of George Floyd in 2020. Community leaders warned that tensions remain high and said dialogue and accountability would be critical in the days ahead.
