[ST. PAUL, MN] – Following a shooting involving federal ICE agents in Minneapolis, Governor Tim Walz today directed state agencies to mobilize resources to support public safety efforts in Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The Governor has directed the National Guard to conduct necessary preparation in the event they are needed to assist local and state authorities. The State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) has been activated to coordinate the state’s response and ensure resources are positioned efficiently.

At this time, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is jointly investigating the incident along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). State leadership in the SEOC is also coordinating with Minneapolis and Saint Paul police departments, the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office, the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, the Department of Natural Resources, and the Minnesota National Guard.

The Minnesota State Patrol has mobilized 85 members of its Mobile Response Team to support law enforcement efforts in the Twin Cities. The National Guard remains on standby and prepared to deploy if needed to assist with public safety and emergency response operations.

“Our top priority is keeping Minnesotans safe,” said Governor Walz. “State and local leaders are taking every step to support law enforcement and protect residents, and state resources have been deployed to ensure our neighborhoods remain safe. We have repeatedly warned that this federal mobilization was putting residents at risk. I encourage Minnesotans to remain calm. This mobilization was about putting on a show from the beginning – let’s not give it to them.”

The SEOC will continue to oversee state response efforts, coordinating the Guard, State Patrol, and other agencies to respond quickly to threats and ensure public safety.