Minneapolis Mayor Calls for Investigation Oversight
On Friday, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey urged state investigators to join the ongoing inquiry into a recent shooting death, citing serious concerns over the events surrounding it. Officials from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have described the Trump administration’s perspective on the situation as “very concerning.”
Frey’s remarks followed the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Enforcement’s announcement that it was stepping back from the investigation after the FBI indicated it lacked access to essential materials for a “thorough and independent” process. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem later clarified that the Bureau had not been excluded, asserting that they simply did not have jurisdiction in this matter.
“In Minneapolis, when tragedy strikes, integrity is paramount,” Frey stated. “This isn’t the moment to sidestep the law. Instead, we must confront the facts directly. We’re committed to transparency in every step.” He expressed unease over the Justice Department’s swift conclusions regarding the incident, suggesting that labeling victims as “domestic terrorists” from the outset was disturbing. “It seems they’ve predetermined parts of this investigation, and even if they haven’t, it appears there’s a conclusion already drawn,” he continued.
Frey emphasized the need for an open investigation including local experts. “If there’s nothing to conceal, then, why not involve local authorities? We want justice and truth for Minneapolis,” he said. He also reached out to both the Department of Justice and Homeland Security for their input on the matter.
He highlighted the significance of prior similar instances where federal agents executed shootings while local and state authorities maintained control. “This isn’t about total control; it’s about having a collaborative approach,” he mentioned.
Frey defended the safety of Minneapolis, countering claims of it being chaotic or dangerous. “I find it interesting when people label Minneapolis as some kind of ‘post-apocalyptic’ area, often without ever visiting. Just to give you context: this year, 50% of shootings here involved ICE,” he noted, reflecting on the implications of that statistic.
His comments came shortly after the fatal incident involving Renee Nicole Good, which has sparked significant public debate. Frey seemed determined to reaffirm a sense of community and stability despite the unrest surrounding the events.
“In other words, we’ve only had two instances of shootings linked to ICE. We’re a safe city,” he concluded. “ICE appears to be exacerbating tensions rather than fostering unity, which is what we really need.”
