ICE Agent Gregory Morgan Jr. Charged with Pointing Gun at Civilians in Minnesota
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., 35, was charged Thursday with two counts of assault for allegedly pointing a gun at two people in a car. Police say Morgan pointed the weapon while trying to pass them in an unmarked vehicle on a Minnesota highway shoulder.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent Gregory Donnell Morgan Jr., 35, faces two felony assault charges after allegedly pointing a gun at civilians during a highway confrontation in Minnesota.
According to court documents, Morgan pointed his weapon at two people in a car while attempting to pass them in an unmarked vehicle on the shoulder of a highway. A warrant has been issued for his arrest.
The incident involved a 63-year-old West St. Paul man who says Morgan also pointed a gun at him. Court documents indicate both men accused each other of brandishing weapons during the confrontation.
State prosecutors rarely charge federal immigration agents, making this case unusual. The charges come as ICE conducts increased enforcement operations across the country.
Morgan was charged with two counts of second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, both felonies that could carry significant prison time if convicted.
This rare state prosecution of a federal immigration agent shows local authorities can still charge ICE officers who break the law. It raises questions about federal agent conduct during immigration enforcement operations.
Police will arrest Morgan on the outstanding warrant. A court date will be scheduled for the assault charges.
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