Why did the BCA withdraw from the ICE shooting investigation?

The BCA withdrew because they were denied access to necessary case materials, preventing a thorough and independent investigation.

Who is now leading the investigation into the ICE officer shooting?

The FBI is now solely leading the investigation after the U.S. Attorney's Office reversed an earlier decision for a joint probe.

What was the DHS Secretary's reaction to the situation?

The DHS Secretary questioned the absence of immigration agents from their duties and criticized the handling of the situation.

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BCA Pulls Out of ICE Shooting Probe

9 Jan

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Summary

State bureau withdrew from ICE shooting probe due to lack of access.
FBI will now solely lead the investigation into the fatal shooting.
DHS Secretary criticized immigration agents for being absent from duties.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) has reluctantly withdrawn from investigating a fatal shooting incident involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in south Minneapolis. The state agency stated it was denied access to essential case materials, evidence, and interviews necessary for a complete and impartial inquiry.

Initially, the BCA was set to conduct a joint investigation with the FBI. However, the FBI later informed the BCA that the U.S. Attorney's Office had reversed its decision, placing the FBI in sole charge of the investigation. This left the BCA unable to meet state and public demands for investigative standards.

The shooting occurred during an ICE operation where agents were attempting arrests. DHS Secretary, in comments made recently, questioned the prioritization of immigration agents' duties. The BCA remains committed to public trust and is prepared to re-engage if joint investigative efforts resume.