Incident:2025 -12-16 Chanhassen construction site raid
| Date | 2025-12-16 |
|---|---|
| Time | ~10:00–13:00 |
| City | Chanhassen |
| County | Carver County |
| State | Minnesota |
| Country | United States |
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| Agencies involved | ICE; Carver County Sheriff’s Office |
| Operation type | |
| Status | Concluded |
| People affected | |
| Arrests reported | |
| Detentions reported | |
| Deportations | |
| Injuries | |
| Deaths | |
| Agents at the scene | |
| Vehicles at the scene | |
| Verification | Partially Verified |
| Key sources | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W_VqCo9Tmxc |
Summary:
On December 16, 2025, federal immigration agents conducted an enforcement operation at a residential construction site in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Two construction workers were targeted, prompting a large protest response and a multi-hour standoff after the individuals climbed onto the structure to avoid detention. One individual was taken away by ambulance, while the second remained on the structure until agents departed the area.
Background
Chanhassen is a suburban city in Carver County, Minnesota. The incident occurred during a period of increased immigration enforcement activity in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Local officials and community members have previously raised concerns about the visibility and escalation of federal enforcement actions in residential neighborhoods.
Incident details
According to witness accounts and broadcast footage, federal agents arrived at a residential construction site around 10:00 a.m. on Saturday morning. The operation appeared to target two construction workers present at the site.
As agents attempted to take the men into custody, both climbed onto the wooden frame of the structure to avoid detention. News footage shows a growing crowd of protesters gathering at the scene, leading to tense moments and limited altercations, though the situation remained largely contained.
One of the men later descended and was transported away in an ambulance for medical attention. The second individual refused to come down and remained on the structure until federal agents left the area at approximately 1:00 p.m.
Agencies and units on scene
- Agencies involved
- Agents on scene
- Vehicles and equipment
Timeline
- ~10:00 – Federal agents arrive at construction site
- Shortly after – Two workers climb onto structure to avoid detention
- Late morning – One individual transported by ambulance
- ~13:00 – Federal agents depart; second individual remains on site
Impact
- Two individuals targeted for detention
- One medical transport by ambulance
- Large protest presence and several hours of standoff
- Ongoing questions regarding enforcement conduct and inter-agency coordination