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Federal Agent Fires Weapon in St. Paul After Being Hit by Vehicle

Authorities have not said which federal office the agent serves or which agency will review the shooting.

Overview

  • Officers responded just after 8:20 a.m. to reports of shots fired on the 1300 block of Westminster Street in St. Paul.
  • Police determined a federal agent was struck by a vehicle before the agent discharged a service weapon.
  • The agent’s injuries were described as non-life-threatening, and the suspect was uninjured.
  • Federal authorities took the suspect into custody, and St. Paul Police said their officers were not involved in the arrest or use of force.
  • Investigative responsibility has not been confirmed, and reporters have sought comment from DHS and ICE while no identifying details about the suspect have been released.