ICE Agent Falsely Named in Fatal Minneapolis Shooting
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A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer shot and killed a woman in Minneapolis on Wednesday. The shooting is under investigation.
Shortly after the incident, false claims spread online. Social media users incorrectly identified the officer who fired as Steve Grove.
Steve Grove is Minnesota's Commissioner of Employment and Economic Development. He was not involved in the shooting. Officials have not released the name of the ICE agent responsible.
This rapid spread of incorrect information highlights a common problem. After major events, false claims can circulate online before official facts are confirmed.