ICE halted a 1990s murder and rape suspect search in Rochester after agitators blocked access and raised safety concerns.

A federal immigration search for a man wanted for a 1990s murder and child rape was halted in Rochester, Minnesota, after ICE agents were followed and confronted by an agitator who questioned their actions and denied them restroom access at businesses and government buildings. Dodge County Sheriff Scott Rose said the agents ended the operation due to safety concerns and interference, emphasizing the seriousness of the crimes and the victims’ families’ ongoing pursuit of justice. The incident occurred amid broader tensions over immigration enforcement, including recent protests in the Twin Cities following fatal shootings during federal raids.