Minneapolis police chief addresses community response to fatal shooting

Washington — Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara expressed concern over the recent fatal shooting of ICU nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents amid ongoing immigration enforcement protests. O’Hara criticized the tactics used by ICE, highlighting community outrage and the strain on local law enforcement, which is outnumbered by federal agents. He noted that this shooting marks the third incident in three weeks, raising questions about the safety and transparency of federal operations. O’Hara emphasized the need for cooperation between local and federal authorities to address escalating tensions.