Minnesota AG Ellison Sues DOJ, DHS Over Withheld ICE Shooting Evidence
Minnesota has sued the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security, accusing federal officials of withholding evidence in three ICE-related shootings in Minneapolis that left two people dead.
The lawsuit escalates a growing conflict over who controls investigations when federal agents use deadly force inside a state.
According to AP News and Reuters, the case focuses on the January killings of Renée Good and Alex Pretti, along with the shooting of Julio Sosa-Celis. State officials say federal agents denied access to scenes and key materials needed for potential criminal cases.
That claim is disputed by federal agencies, which say internal and independent reviews are underway and being handled appropriately.
The tension deepens as conflicting accounts emerge, with reports that video evidence contradicts federal claims that at least one victim posed a threat.
“The state has the authority and responsibility to investigate violence within its borders,” the lawsuit states.
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The outcome could reshape how state and federal authorities interact when incidents involve federal officers, especially during large-scale enforcement operations.
Minnesota officials say without full access to evidence, they cannot determine whether charges are warranted, raising broader concerns about accountability and transparency.
The case now moves to federal court, where a judge could decide whether the DOJ and DHS must turn over the disputed evidence.
The legal fight is expected to continue as parallel investigations remain ongoing.
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