Known Latin Kings Member Arrested in Minneapolis After Alleged Theft of FBI Weapons During Anti-ICE Unrest
Federal agents arrested Raul Gutierrez, a purported Latin Kings member, accused of stealing body armor and weapons from vandalized FBI vehicles amid Minneapolis anti-ICE unrest.
Overview
DOJ and ATF agents arrested 33-year-old Raul Gutierrez, identified by Fox News, alleging he is a Latin Kings member with a known violent criminal history.
Footage circulated showing rioters vandalizing federal vehicles in Minneapolis; authorities say stolen items included body armor and a rifle taken from an FBI vehicle's weapons locker.
The break-ins occurred during unrest after federal agents responded to an attack on an ICE officer during an immigration operation, which sparked protests and rioting.
Citizen journalist Nick Sortor posted video reportedly showing the suspect's face and getaway license plate; FBI Director Patel promised more arrests and a reward up to $100,000.
Gutierrez is being held on theft and weapons charges; authorities continue searching for others involved as federal officials criticized local leaders' handling of ICE operations.
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Raul Gutierrez faces federal charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm and theft of government property after stealing a rifle from an FBI vehicle.
Gutierrez is a known Latin Kings gang member, prior convicted felon, and DEA-identified violent criminal with a history of fentanyl and methamphetamine drug trafficking and distribution.
The unrest followed an attack on an ICE officer during an immigration operation and the shooting of Renee Good, described by federal authorities as an act of domestic terrorism where she allegedly tried to ram her vehicle into an ICE agent.
Gutierrez was identified through social media videos showing him breaking into the FBI vehicle and carrying the rifle case to a black Ford sedan, with citizen journalist Nick Sortor posting footage of his face and license plate; he was arrested after a foot pursuit when a tow truck transporting his vehicle was stopped.
The FBI is pursuing other subjects involved in the vandalism and theft, with FBI Director Kash Patel promising more arrests and announcing a reward of up to $100,000 for information on the stolen property.
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