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Protests ⁣Continue in ⁢Minneapolis Following Wednesday’s Shooting

Protests are underway in ⁤multiple locations across Minneapolis,with a central gathering near the intersection of East 34th Street and‌ Portland Avenue,the ⁤site of ​a fatal shooting on Wednesday. Reports indicate ongoing demonstrations throughout the city.

The‍ protests began following the death of Jaahid Whitaker, ​39, who⁣ was shot ​by Minneapolis police officers on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at approximately 11:30⁣ PM. The Minnesota⁢ Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is investigating⁤ the shooting, according to the Star⁤ Tribune.

Witnesses and activists claim Whitaker was unarmed when officers fired, a claim disputed by police. The BCA has released body​ camera footage of the ⁣incident, which is currently under ‌review.KARE 11 reports that⁢ the footage shows Whitaker refusing​ commands to show his ‌hands.

Demonstrators are calling for greater police accountability⁣ and‌ transparency.As of 11:00 AM GMT on January 8, 2026, the protests remain largely peaceful, though police have reported minor clashes with ‌individuals ‍throwing objects. No⁤ arrests have been made at this time.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey issued ⁤a statement urging calm and promising a thorough⁤ investigation. ‌ “The City is‌ committed to transparency and accountability in this matter,” Frey stated. The full statement⁣ is available ‍on the City of Minneapolis website.