ICE Shooting Victim in North Minneapolis Granted Conditional Release
In a recent federal court hearing, two men, including a Venezuelan national, were involved in a controversial ICE shooting incident in North Minneapolis. The event unfolded last Wednesday, sparking protests and raising serious questions about the actions of federal agents.
Details of the ICE Shooting Incident
On the night of the incident, tensions escalated near the intersection of North Sixth Street and North 24th Avenue. Just before the shooting, Governor Walz addressed the public, urging federal officials, including President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, to cease federal immigration enforcement operations.
Account of the Incident
- The Department of Homeland Security reported that federal agents faced confrontations, claiming multiple individuals attacked them with shovels and brooms.
- In a contrasting narrative presented in court, the ICE officer involved indicated he initiated contact after scanning plates linked to Alfredo Alejandro Aljorna, who was delivering food for DoorDash.
- The officer believed the vehicle was associated with someone in the U.S. illegally, leading to a pursuit that ended at a nearby apartment.
- Aljorna exited the vehicle and allegedly engaged in a struggle with the officer. Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis, a witness, intervened and stated that they both sought refuge in a residence.
- As they attempted to shut the door, the officer reportedly fired at them from approximately ten feet away, resulting in Sosa-Celis being shot in the leg.
Testimonies and Court Proceedings
During the court session in St. Paul, an FBI agent testified about the events of that evening. Interviews conducted with various witnesses failed to substantiate the officer’s claim of being attacked while on the ground.
Both Aljorna and Sosa-Celis received conditional release from detention, but this decision is pending until noon Thursday. However, they are subject to ICE detainers, indicating a likely return to federal custody.
Conclusion
This incident reflects ongoing tensions surrounding immigration enforcement and the use of force by federal agents. As the situation develops, further scrutiny of these events will likely continue from both the public and legal perspectives.
