LIVE UPDATES | Minneapolis shooting: Border Patrol fatally shoots man

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Federal Border Patrol agents fatally shot a Minneapolis man, 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti, Saturday morning. This is the third shooting involving federal agents this year, including that fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent on Jan. 7. 

Federal authorities say the man who was shot was armed. Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino did not state if the man pulled a gun or where the gun was when he was shot. The man had a legal permit to carry, is a U.S. citizen and lives in Minneapolis, according to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara. 

READ MORE: Video shows Border Patrol agent fatally shoot man

Protesters have gathered at the scene of Saturday's shooting. Chemical irritants are being used on the large crowds. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara called the protest an unlawful assembly. 

The shooting comes the day after thousands of Minnesotans took to the streets in subzero temperatures for a peaceful march and rally calling on ICE to leave the state. 

Find live updates on this shooting below. Watch FOX 9 live in the player above. Live events and other updates can be viewed below.

3 p.m. - BCA got search warrant, was still blocked from scene

The Minnesota BCA was blocked from accessing the scene of the fatal Minneapolis shooting on Saturday. The BCA also secured a search warrant, which is unusual for this type of situation, and they were still denied access to the scene.

"The public in the state of Minnesota expects that when a person is killed in one of our communities, an independent, thorough and transparent investigation is conducted into that incident to fully understand what occurred when any law enforcement authority is involved in a deadly force encounter, Minnesotans not only expect this, but they deserve this," the Minnesota BCA Superintendent Drew Evans says.

2:52 p.m. - Gun Owners Caucus on Minneapolis shooting

The Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus released a statement on the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti: 

"We are deeply concerned by this morning’s reports that a federal law enforcement operation in Minneapolis resulted in the fatal shooting of 37-year-old Alex Pretti by federal agents. According to local officials, the man was legally armed, a firearm was recovered at the scene, and he is believed to have been a lawful gun owner and permit to carry holder.

"Many critical facts remain unknown.

"We do not yet have an independent account of what initiated the encounter or what triggered the use of deadly force. Despite widespread speculation regarding intent, there has been no evidence produced indicating an intent to harm the officers. We are calling for a full and transparent investigation by both state and federal authorities.

"Every peaceable Minnesotan has the right to keep and bear arms—including while attending protests, acting as observers, or exercising their First Amendment rights. These rights do not disappear when someone is lawfully armed, and they must be respected and protected at all times."

2:50 p.m. - BCA initially blocked by DHS at shooting scene

The Minnesota BCA says it responded to the scene and were initially blocked by federal agents from accessing the scene to investigate. 

Gov. Walz has said the state will investigate, saying earlier "the federal government cannot be trusted to lead this investigation. The state will handle it. Period."

It's unclear what the BCA has been able to get access to to investigate the shooting. 

In Renee Good's fatal shooting, the BCA was initially asked to help. But then the FBI blocked the BCA from investigating.

2:40 p.m. - Walz's full statement on Minneapolis shooting

Here is Gov. Tim Walz's full statement on the shooting: 

"The federal occupation of Minnesota long ago stopped being a matter of immigration enforcement. It is a campaign of organized brutality against the people of our state. And today, that campaign claimed yet another life.

"I have seen the video. It is sickening. But Minnesota’s justice system will have the last word. It must have the last word.  

"As I told the White House in no uncertain terms this morning, the federal government cannot be trusted to lead this investigation. The state will handle it. Period.   

"All of us understand the potential this incident has to further inflame tensions on our streets. The difference is, we want calm, and they want chaos. We cannot – we will not – give them what they want by meeting violence with violence.  

"Minnesotans and our local law enforcement have done everything we can to deescalate. The federal government must deescalate. I once again call on the President to remove the 3,000 agents from Minnesota who are sowing chaos and violence.   

"Despite these horrific acts by the federal government, Minnesotans are still standing up for the rule of law and the dignity of all people. They are protesting – loudly, urgently, but also peacefully – and it must stay that way. Minnesotans are witnessing, creating a log of evidence for future prosecution of ICE agents and officials. They are helping their neighbors, walking their kids to school, and feeding their families. I salute their courage – and their restraint.  

"They think they can provoke us into abandoning our own values. They are wrong. We will keep the peace. We will secure justice for our neighbors. And we will see this occupation end."

2:30 p.m. - Minnesota BCA to provide update on shooting

The Minnesota BCA will provide an update on the state's investigation into Saturday's fatal shooting of Alex Pretti. 

The press conference will be held at 3 p.m. Watch live in the players ago. 

2:13 p.m. - Twins Fest shutting down after Minneapolis shooting

Twins Fest will be shutting down Saturday afternoon following the fatal shooting of a protester in Minneapolis.

2:10 p.m. - Minnesota National Guard will assist local police

The Minnesota National Guard will assist local police during the ongoing protest following the second fatal shooting during Operation Metro Surge. 

Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt requested assistance from the National Guard. Here's that announcement: 

"Due to the potential for continuing and growing conflict related to today’s federal agent-involved shooting, Sheriff Dawanna Witt has requested assistance from the Minnesota National Guard to support our deputies at the Whipple Federal Building so that we can reallocate deputies to other areas in need of support in the county. Their job will be to assist the Sheriff’s Office in protecting life, preserving property, and helping to ensure the safety of all community members.

"The Minnesota National Guard’s role is to work in support of local law enforcement and emergency responders, providing additional resources. Their presence is meant to help create a secure environment where all Minnesotans can exercise their rights safely, including the right to peacefully protest.

"We know this moment is challenging for our community. Remember that our local teams are also part of this community. We respect and protect everyone’s rights to voice concerns and stand up for what they believe in, but we urge all actions to remain peaceful and lawful. Our collective priority remains protecting our neighborhoods and keeping people safe."

2:05 p.m. - Crowd mostly peaceful near shooting scene

The scene of the shooting has turned mostly peaceful after chemical irritants were used on the crowd earlier in the day. The crowd does continue to grow. 

2 p.m. - Timberwolves game scheduled for Saturday postponed

The Timberwolves-Warriors game scheduled for Saturday at 4:30 p.m. has been postponed following the shooting. Read more here. 

1:54 p.m. - Man killed by Border Patrol identified as Alex Pretti

The man who was fatally shot by Border Patrol was ICU nurse Alex Pretti, The Associated Press said after speaking with the man's parents. 

1:50 p.m. - BCA investigating

According to the Minnesota BCA: 

"The BCA Force Investigations Unit has been requested by Minneapolis police to investigate this morning’s federal agent-involved shooting in Minneapolis. Our agents and crime scene personnel attempted to access the location but were blocked by DHS personnel at the scene."

1:34 p.m. - Walz speaks on Minneapolis fatal shooting

Walz said this federal operation in Minnesota stopped being about law enforcement. He's watched the videos of the shooting, calling it "sickening." He said the man who was shot is a lawful firearm carrier.

"Minnesota's justice system will have the last word on this. It must have the last word. As I told the White House in no uncertain terms this morning, the federal government cannot be trusted to lead this investigation. The state will handle it," Walz said. 

Walz said Minnesotans have done what they can to de-escalate the situation. 

"We want calm, peace and normalcy back to our lives. They want chaos," Walz said. He added, "We want calm and peace and normalcy back to our lives. They want chaos. We cannot and we will not give them what they want by meeting violence with violence."

Walz called on President Donald Trump to remove the force in Minnesota, saying "they are sowing chaos and violence."

Bob Jacobson, commissioner of Public Safety, called for peaceful demonstrations. 

1:30 p.m. - President Trump statement

President Donald Trump posted about the shooting on social media. He said:

"This is the gunman’s gun, loaded (with two additional full magazines!), and ready to go – What is that all about? Where are the local Police? Why weren’t they allowed to protect ICE Officers? The Mayor and the Governor called them off? It is stated that many of these Police were not allowed to do their job, that ICE had to protect themselves — Not an easy thing to do! Why does Ilhan Omar have $34 Million Dollars in her account? And where are the Tens of Billions of Dollars that have been stolen from the once Great State of Minnesota? We are there because of massive Monetary Fraud, with Billions of Dollars missing, and Illegal Criminals that were allowed to infiltrate the State through the Democrats’ Open Border Policy. We want the money back, and we want it back, NOW. Those Fraudsters who stole the money are going to jail, where they belong! This is no different than a really big Bank Robbery. Much of what you’re witnessing is a COVER UP for this Theft and Fraud. The Mayor and the Governor are inciting Insurrection, with their pompous, dangerous, and arrogant rhetoric! Instead, these sanctimonious political fools should be looking for the Billions of Dollars that has been stolen from the people of Minnesota, and the United States of America. LET OUR ICE PATRIOTS DO THEIR JOB! 12,000 Illegal Alien Criminals, many of them violent, have been arrested and taken out of Minnesota. If they were still there, you would see something far worse than you are witnessing today!"

1:26 p.m. - Video shows fatal shooting by Border Patrol

Video from an observer shows the moments that led up to the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man on Saturday morning. Watch it above and read more here.

1:09 p.m. - Federal officials on Minneapolis shooting, ICE operations

Border Patrol Commander Greg Bovino says federal law enforcement has been "under attack" in Minneapolis. Bovino said officers fired "defensive shots" at the man, who was armed. 

The officer who shot the man has been with the Border Patrol for eight years. 

The shooting is under investigation, Bovino said. It's unclear if the man who was shot pulled a gun.

1 p.m. - House GOP on Minneapolis shooting

House Speaker Lisa Demuth (R-Cold Spring) and Republican Floor Leader Harry Niska (R-Ramsey) released the following statements today:

"Today we had another tragic loss of life, and I am heartbroken for the loved ones affected," said Speaker Demuth. "As we saw yesterday, thousands of Minnesotans were able to peacefully demonstrate without a single incident. Unfortunately there are still too many political leaders urging direct confrontation including the attempted disruption of law enforcement operations and throwing of dangerous objects. These dangerous tactics put lives of officers and the public at risk. We can have protest. We can have lawful monitoring of ongoing law enforcement operations. But it’s going to take leadership at all levels of government to turn down the temperature. I spoke earlier this week with Vice President Vance, who expressed both publicly and privately a sincere desire to foster better cooperation between the federal government and state and local officials."

Leader Niska added:

"Escalation, violent rhetoric, and demonization has put the lives of Minnesotans and law enforcement alike in danger. It’s time to work together to remove violent criminals from our communities and ensure the safety of all Minnesotans. Knee-jerk reactions demanding confrontation instead of cooperation are putting everyone at risk. Minnesotans know how to exercise their constitutional right to peacefully protest and make their voices heard. It’s time to display real leadership and act in the best interests of all Minnesotans."

12:47 p.m. - House DFL leader on Minneapolis shooting

Rep. Zack Stephenson released the following statement:

"Another Minnesotan is dead at the hands of federal agents. And why? How many people must die before Donald Trump’s drive for ‘retribution’ is satisfied? The people of Minnesota, from five-year-old children to barely clothed elders, have suffered more than enough."

"ICE must leave Minnesota now. Full stop."

"The federal government lacks the credibility to investigate this matter. The BCA must be allowed to investigate, and anyone who broke Minnesota law must be held accountable. No ‘absolute immunity.’ No lies. Justice and peace. Now."

12:27 p.m - ICE Minneapolis protests: Chemical irritants used on crowd

Chemical irritants are being used on crowds after Border Patrol agents fatally shot a Minneapolis man on Saturday morning. FOX 9's Kelly O'Connell had to run from chemical irritants as they were used on the crowd. 

12:20 p.m. - ACLU demands action after Saturday shooting

"Yesterday tens of thousands of Minnesotans from all walks of life marched through the streets in subzero temperatures to demand ICE stop terrorizing our communities, and today we wake up to the heartbreaking news that federal officials killed another person. ," said Deepinder Mayell, executive director of ACLU of Minnesota. "This tragedy is further proof that these federal agents are out of control and critically endangering our communities. ICE and CBP must end their operations in our city before anyone else is harmed, and an independent investigation must be conducted."

"After the horrific shooting of Renee Good, the Trump administration recklessly escalated and deployed even more heavily armed agents into Minneapolis, and, today, we are again seeing the devastating and predictable consequences," said Naureen Shah, director of immigration policy and government affairs at ACLU. "Congress must rein ICE in before what happened in Minneapolis happens yet again. Senators must reject a DHS budget that allows these lawless agencies to continue putting our communities in danger."

12:10 p.m. - Rep. Omar's statement on Border Patrol shooting

Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minnesota) issued the following statement following the reporting that immigration enforcement killed another Minnesota resident:

"This appears to be an execution by immigration enforcement. I am absolutely heartbroken, horrified, and appalled that federal agents murdered another member of our community. It is beyond shameful these federal agents are targeting our residents instead of protecting them. 

"This isn’t isolated or accidental. The Trump administration is trying to beat us into submission rather than protect us. This administration cannot continue violating constitutional rights under the guise of immigration enforcement. ICE and CBP must leave Minnesota immediately. Their presence is terrorizing our communities, violating rights, and taking lives with zero accountability. Minnesota was once a place of refuge, and Trump has turned it into a war zone where unchecked federal forces murder our neighbors."

Noon - Walz releases another statement

Gov. Tim Walz on social media said, "I told the White House the state must lead the investigation. Let state investigators secure justice. As we process the scene, stay peaceful and give them space. The State has the personnel to keep people safe – federal agents must not obstruct our ability to do so."

11:57 a.m. - Frey on shooting

Frey, at a press conference on Saturday morning, said, "I just saw a video of more than six masked agents pummeling one of our constituents and shooting him to death. How many more residents? How many more Americans need to die or get badly hurt for this operation to end?"

Frey called on the ICE operation to end. 

"I'm done being told that our community members are responsible for the vitriol in our streets. I'm done being told that our local elected officials are solely responsible for turning down the temperature. Just yesterday, we saw 15,000 people peacefully protesting in the streets, speaking out, standing up for their neighbors. Not a single broken window, not a single injury," Frey said. 

11:51 a.m. - MPD Chief O'Hara on shooting

At about 9:03 a.m. Minneapolis police received a report of a shooting by federal officials, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara said. Officers arrived and found a man with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead. 

O'Hara said he's a 37-year-old white man, a Minneapolis resident. They believe he's an American citizen. He is a lawful gun owner with a permit to carry.

O'Hara believes more than one law enforcement officer fired their weapons.

O'Hara said they have not been told official reports of what led to the shooting, but he has seen the video. 

"Our demand today is for those federal agencies that are operating in our city to do so with the same discipline, humanity and integrity that effective law enforcement in this country demands," O'Hara said. 

O'Hara is urging everyone to remain peacefully, recognizing there's a lot of anger and questions about what happened. There is an unlawful assembly at this time, and Minneapolis police have given warnings to the crowd to disperse. 

"We are asking for people to avoid the area and to leave. If you are there. We have requested mutual aid from the Minnesota State Patrol and from all our local and county regional partners. We ask everyone to remain calm and to please do not destroy our own city," O'Hara said. 

11:48 a.m. - Chemical irritants used on crowd

Chemical irritants are being used on protesters at the scene. Protesters have blocked the streets with dumpsters. 

11:45 a.m. - Border Patrol union statement

In a statement on social media, Border Patrol Union says: 

"Border Patrol agents are trained extremely well to protect themselves, their fellow agents, and innocent third parties. When a supposed "peaceful" protester brings a weapon (such as a loaded handgun) and brandishes it, there are going to severe consequences and repercussions. We have pleaded with and warned the media and the politicians that their irresponsible, hate-filled and false rhetoric is going to get people unnecessarily hurt, or worse, killed when they portray our agents and officers as the aggressors. They have encouraged these reckless confrontations and attacks on our agents and officers who are performing their lawful duties and enforcing the laws that Congress has put on the books. The fake and dishonest media and the shameless politicians should be held accountable for willfully misleading the public and enticing these protesters and agitators. We have full confidence that when more facts are revealed, our agents and officers will be shown to have utilized justifiable force in eliminating the threat."

11:35 a.m. - Sen. Klobuchar: ‘Get ICE out of Minnesota now’

Sen. Amy Klobuchar tweeted Saturday morning, "Donald Trump and all your lieutenants who ordered this ICE surge: watch the horrific video of the killing today. The world is watching. Thousands of citizens stopped and harassed. Local police no longer able to do their work. Kids hiding. Schools closed. Get ICE out of Minnesota NOW. And Republicans in congress: Stop your silence and stop being complicit."

11:32 a.m. - DHS statement on shooting

DHS released a statement on the shooting on social media. Here's what DHS claims happened: 

"At 9:05 a.m. CT, as DHS law enforcement officers were conducting a targeted operation in Minneapolis against an illegal alien wanted for violent assault, an individual approached US Border Patrol officers with a 9 mm semi-automatic handgun," the post says. "The officers attempted to disarm the suspect but the armed suspect violently resisted. More details on the armed struggle are forthcoming. 

"Fearing for his life and the lives and safety of fellow officers, an agent fired defensive shots. Medics on scene immediately delivered medical aid to the subject but was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect also had 2 magazines and no ID—this looks like a situation where an individual wanted to do maximum damage and massacre law enforcement. 

"About 200 rioters arrived at the scene and began to obstruct and assault law enforcement on the scene, crowd control measures were deployed for the safety of the public and law enforcement.  This situation is evolving, and more information is forthcoming."

11:28 a.m. - Another protester taken to the ground 

Another protester was taken to the ground by law enforcement during a protest following the fatal shooting of a man. 

11:16 a.m. - Fire in dumpster at shooting scene

There is a dumpster on fire near the scene of the shooting. Protesters appear to be using dumpsters to block the street near the shooting scene. 

11:11 a.m. - Man detained at shooting scene during protest

A man was detained by federal officials during protests following the fatal shooting of a man by federal agents Saturday morning. 

10:58 a.m. - Chemical irritant deployed

A chemical irritant was deployed at the scene of the shooting where protesters were gathered. 

10:52 a.m. - FOX 9 sources say person has died

Sources told FOX 9 the man who was shot has died. He was reportedly shot in the chest. 

10:51 a.m. - HCAO statement 

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty released the following statement: 

"We are aware of reports of a federal agent having shot an individual in Minneapolis this morning. We are working with the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension to coordinate a state response.

The scene must be secured by local law enforcement for the collection and preservation of evidence. We expect the federal government to allow the BCA to process the scene."

10:50 a.m. - City of Minneapolis to give media briefing

According to a press release from the City of Minneapolis, there is a media briefing at 11:30 a.m. on the shooting. 

Here's the release: "Mayor Jacob Frey, Police Chief Brian O’Hara, Director of Emergency Management Rachel Sayre will hold a media briefing to discuss the shooting of an adult male in Minneapolis involving ICE agents.

"Mayor Frey is again demanding that ICE leave the city and state immediately. We stand by our immigrant and refugee communities – know that you have our full support. 

"We urge the public to remain calm, follow the City of Minneapolis social media accounts, and visit our website for up-to-date information on how the Cit is responding to federal immigration enforcement."

10:45 a.m. - Rally planned at scene of Saturday shooting

A vigil and rally are being organized at the scene of Saturday's shooting. It's scheduled for 1 p.m at East 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue South. 

10:30 a.m. - Person shot was reportedly armed

10:15 a.m. - Sen. Klobuchar calls for ICE to leave MN

Senator Klobuchar shared the following statement:

10 a.m. - Walz spoke to President Trump

Minnesota Governor Walz shared the following statement:

9:50 a.m. - Border Patrol involved in shooting: FOX News

FOX reporter Bill Melugin shared the following post:

9:48 a.m. - Federal agent shooting in Minneapolis

The City of Minneapolis said it is "aware of reports of another shooting involving federal law enforcement in the area of 26th Street W and Nicollet Ave."