Protests have erupted in various US states following the killing of a citizen by an immigration agent’s firing.
Despite severe cold in New York, thousands took to the streets in protest, chanting slogans against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
In Manhattan, protesters demonstrated against Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The protests were held after the killing of 37-year-old Alex Geoffrey Pretty. Protesters accused the ICE immigration department of excessive use of force.
Protesters demanded reforms in immigration policies.
It may be recalled that another incident of firing by an immigration agent occurred in the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota state, USA.
According to US media, Alex Geoffrey Pretty was killed by firing from an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent.
On January 7 in Minneapolis, 37-year-old woman Renee Good was also killed by firing from an immigration agent.
