Crime
Claire Louise Feng and Emily Duchateau Baierl arrested after biting agents fingers moments after Alex Pretti was killed
Two women are facing federal charges after allegedly assaulting U.S. Border Patrol agents during a confrontation that followed the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti in Minneapolis over the weekend, authorities said.
According to federal court records, Claire Louise Feng, 27, of St. Paul, and Emily Duchateau Baierl, 37, of Minneapolis, were arrested on January 24 and charged in U.S. District Court with assaulting federal law enforcement officers.
Feng was formally charged the following day. Baierl faces the same charge. Both women were scheduled to make their initial court appearances on January 26.
Court documents indicate that neither defendant has an attorney listed at this time.
Both remain in custody at the Sherburne County Jail pending a determination of bail.
The charges stem from events that unfolded shortly after Pretti, 37, was fatally shot by federal agents at approximately 9 a.m. during an immigration enforcement operation.
Following the shooting, federal officers established a security perimeter as a crowd began to gather near the scene.
According to criminal complaints filed against Feng and Baierl, tensions escalated around 9:25 a.m. after federal agents deployed chemical agents in an effort to prevent individuals from approaching the area.
Investigators allege that a woman kicked a chemical canister back toward officers.
As an agent attempted to arrest the individual, he fell to the ground.
The complaint states that Feng then tackled the agent, prompting a second officer to intervene and pull her away.
As Feng was taken to the ground and restrained face down, the second agent reached beneath her to secure her arm. At that point, authorities allege that Feng bit the agentโs right ring finger.
According to the complaint, the agentโs vision was impaired by his gas mask, and he was initially unaware of the severity of the injury, though he knew he had been hurt.
After removing his glove, the agent discovered that the tip of his finger had been bitten off.
The severed fingertip was later found inside the glove, and the agent received medical treatment approximately 45 minutes after the incident.
In a separate encounter around the same time, a Border Patrol agent attempted to arrest Baierl after observing her allegedly throwing objects toward officers.
Investigators say the agent was pushed away by another individual, after which a second agent attempted to detain Baierl.
While the officer attempted to remove her face covering, Baierl allegedly bit the agentโs middle finger, which was covered by a glove.
The death of Pretti marks the second fatal shooting involving federal agents in Minnesota this month, amid a large-scale immigration enforcement effort known as Operation Metro Surge.
Federal authorities have not released additional details regarding the ongoing investigation into the shooting itself.
The cases against Feng and Baierl remain pending in federal court.
Crime
Luca Hanlon, 19, Killed in Halloween Night Shooting Near CU Boulder Campus; Another Student Critically Injured
BOULDER, Colo. โ What should have been a night of Halloween celebration turned into a devastating tragedy in Boulder after a shooting at a party near the University of Colorado Boulder campus claimed the life of 19-year-old student Luca Hanlon and left another student critically injured.
Hanlon, also 19, was identified as one of the victims of the shooting, which occurred on Saturday night, October 31, near the University Hill neighborhood.
According to the information provided, the shooting happened at approximately 11:28 p.m. at a residence near the intersection of Seventh and Marine streets.
The gathering was reportedly a Halloween party attended by young people in the area. However, the celebration was shattered when gunfire erupted, leaving two 19-year-old CU Boulder students wounded.
Luca Hanlon suffered fatal injuries and was killed in the shooting. Another 19-year-old student was also struck by gunfire and left in critical condition.
Halloween is traditionally a time for costumes, gatherings, and celebrations, particularly among college students. For those present that night, however, the evening became a frightening and heartbreaking experience.
The loss of a 19-year-old student is especially devastating. At an age when many young people are beginning to pursue their ambitions, build friendships, and look ahead to the future, Hanlon’s life was tragically cut short.
The shooting also left another young student fighting for their life, adding to the heartbreak surrounding the incident.
Luca Hanlon was just 19 years old. His death represents a profound loss for those who knew and loved him, as well as for the university community affected by this tragedy.
Behind every young life lost is a family, a circle of friends, and a future filled with possibilities that will never have the chance to unfold. His passing is a painful reminder of how quickly an ordinary night can change lives forever.
As the Boulder community reflects on the tragedy, thoughts remain with Hanlon’s loved ones and the injured student as they face an incredibly difficult time.
Our deepest condolences go out to Luca Hanlon’s family, friends, classmates, and everyone affected by this heartbreaking shooting. We also wish the injured student strength and hope for recovery.