Federal immigration agents carried out a targeted enforcement operation in Minneapolis, arresting a dozen noncitizens described by officials as among the most dangerous offenders in the region.
The action, part of a broader effort focused on public safety threats, resulted in the detention of individuals from several countries, including Somalia, Mexico, and El Salvador. Authorities say those taken into custody had prior convictions ranging from assault and domestic violence to fraud, drunk driving, and child-sex offenses.
According to officials familiar with the operation, agents conducted coordinated arrests across multiple neighborhoods after reviewing criminal histories and intelligence reports. The sweep was part of an initiative aimed at identifying and removing individuals who pose heightened risks to local communities.
Federal authorities say the operation reflects a renewed emphasis on immigration enforcement tied to violent or repeat criminal behavior. Cases for those detained will now proceed through immigration courts, where outcomes may include removal from the United States.