Crime
Woman shot in the face while fleeing ICE in Minneapolis
UPDATE: Today, ICE officers in Minneapolis were conducting targeted operations when rioters began blocking ICE officers and one of these violent rioters weaponized her vehicle, attempting to run over our law enforcement officers in an attempt to kill them—an act of domestic terrorism.
An ICE officer, fearing for his life, the lives of his fellow law enforcement and the safety of the public, fired defensive shots.
He used his training and saved his own life and that of his fellow officers. The alleged perpetrator was hit and is deceased.
The ICE officers who were hurt are expected to make full recoveries.
This is the direct consequence of constant attacks and demonization of our officers by sanctuary politicians who fuel and encourage rampant assaults on our law enforcement who are facing 1,300% increase in assaults against them and an 8,000% increase in death threats.
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. (South Minneapolis) — Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday morning near 33rd Street and Portland Avenue, amid a large federal law enforcement presence connected to immigration enforcement activity in the area.
Multiple witnesses reported that a woman was shot during what appeared to be an encounter involving federal agents. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene, where CPR was performed, and the injured woman was later transported by ambulance.
Her identity and condition have not been publicly released.
One resident, Emily Heller, who lives near the intersection, said she was awakened by a commotion outside her home.
Heller stated that she observed a vehicle stopped on Portland Avenue that appeared to be part of a protest or confrontation involving federal law enforcement.
According to Heller, agents she believed to be with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) were instructing the driver of the vehicle, a woman, to leave the area.
“She was trying to turn around, and the ICE agent was in front of her car,” Heller said. “He pulled out a gun, put it right up on the hood of the car, and then reached across and shot her in the face three or four times.”
Heller said the woman’s vehicle then accelerated and traveled approximately 100 feet before striking a utility pole and several other vehicles.
She reported that the driver appeared slumped over inside the car after the crash.
Another witness near East 34th Street and Portland Avenue reported seeing CPR being performed on the injured woman before she was taken away in an ambulance.
A separate observer at the scene, Venus DeMars, said she went outside after hearing reports of law enforcement activity near Central Elementary School. DeMars stated that federal agents had reportedly detained parents who were dropping off a child at the school earlier in the morning.
“I live right here, so I came over to try to figure out what was going on,” DeMars said. “Later I heard someone had been shot and went to the intersection. I saw them doing CPR behind a snowbank for about a minute. Then the ambulances arrived and placed her on a stretcher.”
DeMars said she did not witness the shooting itself and could not confirm who fired the weapon or the exact circumstances.
She described the woman as white and said she appeared to be an observer or bystander, rather than someone being detained.
Officials acknowledged a shooting involving federal law enforcement near the intersection and urged the public to avoid the area as the scene was secured.
Numerous officers from multiple agencies were present, and large crowds and protesters began to gather nearby.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz confirmed that his public safety team is aware of the incident and said the state is monitoring the situation.
“In the meantime, I ask folks to remain calm,” Walz said in a statement.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey also addressed the incident, confirming the involvement of a federal immigration agent.
“The presence of federal immigration enforcement agents is causing chaos in our city,” Frey said. “We are demanding that ICE leave the city immediately. We stand firmly with our immigrant and refugee communities.”
Witnesses and officials reported that U.S. Customs and Border Protection Commander Gregory Bovino was present at the scene along with other federal agents.
At this time, authorities have not released official findings regarding who fired the shots, the precise sequence of events, or whether any body-camera or surveillance footage is under review.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information is expected to be provided as it becomes available.
Crime
Who Is the Hero Teacher, Threw a Phone at Gunman John J. Griffin II, Tackled Him, and Fought Back During the Silver Rail Elementary School Shooting?
Another Unamed Hero in Silver Rail Elementary School Shooting: Teacher throwing phone at gunman Griffin J. John II who attacked , tackling him and fighting him.
Anyone Know Her Name? She Must Be Praised Just Like Kaylub Giamanco
BEND, Oregon — Becky Drury, a 54-year-old teacher at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, sustained serious injuries during the deadly school shooting on Thursday, October 15, 2026. Drury suffered gunshot wounds to her left arm and right hand and underwent surgery, according to the information shared about the incident.
As Drury begins what could be a lengthy recovery, new details have also emerged about the reported actions of another teacher who allegedly confronted the gunman during the attack. According to the account attributed to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz during a press conference, the unidentified teacher threw a phone at the suspect, tackled him, and fought back.
The teacher reportedly escaped the confrontation without physical injuries. Officials were said to have clarified that earlier information suggesting the teacher had been injured was incorrect.
Drury was among those injured in the shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School. She sustained injuries to her left arm and right hand and required surgery.
Although the injuries were described as serious, the information provided indicates that she survived the operation. Her recovery may involve additional medical treatment, rehabilitation, and emotional support as she works to recover from the traumatic experience.
Her family, colleagues, students, and community members are hoping for her continued improvement and a successful recovery.
The shooting has left the school community dealing with grief, fear, and uncertainty. For those injured, the challenges extend beyond immediate medical care, as they and their loved ones face the psychological and emotional consequences of the violence.
Additional details attributed to Bend Police Chief Mike Krantz describe the actions of another Silver Rail Elementary School teacher who reportedly confronted the gunman during the attack.
According to the account provided, the unidentified teacher threw a phone at the suspect, tackled him, and physically fought back. The teacher was reportedly not injured, contrary to earlier information about the confrontation.
The teacher’s reported actions have drawn attention because confronting an armed attacker can involve extraordinary personal risk. However, the precise sequence of events and the extent to which the confrontation affected the outcome should be established through official statements and investigative findings.
The teacher’s identity has not been provided in the supplied information. Protecting that person’s privacy may be particularly important while the school community and those directly involved continue to process the incident.
The supplied account also identifies Kaylub Giamanco as the person who reportedly shot and killed the suspect during the incident.
The suspect has been identified in earlier reports as John J. Griffin II, a 16-year-old. However, the exact spelling and order of the suspect’s name should be confirmed against official law enforcement records before publication.
The reported intervention by Giamanco and the actions attributed to the unidentified teacher are separate aspects of the developing account. Their precise roles and the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s death should be described using verified statements from investigators.
As Becky Drury faces recovery, messages of support and prayers are being shared for her and everyone affected by the shooting.
Teachers and school staff often play a central role in supporting children, particularly during frightening and uncertain situations. The reported actions of Drury’s colleague have prompted expressions of appreciation, although the full circumstances should be confirmed before drawing definitive conclusions about what happened.
The emotional impact of a school shooting can continue long after the immediate danger has passed. Survivors, families, students, educators, and first responders may need access to counseling, mental health resources, and other forms of assistance.
Community support may also help families and injured staff members manage medical costs, time away from work, and other practical challenges during recovery.
The Silver Rail Elementary School shooting has left the Bend community confronting profound loss and uncertainty. As families mourn those who died, attention is also turning to the survivors who must navigate the difficult process of healing.
Becky Drury’s recovery remains an important concern for her loved ones and colleagues. The unidentified teacher who reportedly confronted the gunman may also need emotional support after experiencing such a traumatic event, even without physical injuries.
Prayers and support are being extended to Becky Drury, her family, the teacher who reportedly intervened, and every student, family, and staff member affected by the tragedy.