Incident Overview and Video Evidence: Nick Sortor reported that his $1,000 camera was snatched as a moving car dragged him down a Minneapolis street, trapping his hand in a door handle, and a video clip shows the camera being pulled from his grip while the vehicle passes by [1]. The footage captures a bystander shouting, “She took Nick’s camera,” as Sortor exits the passenger seat and runs alongside the car [1]. Sortor posted the incident on X, providing the clip as evidence of the confrontation [1].

Accusations and Calls for Federal Investigation: Sortor identified the assailants as “Somali thugs” and urged the FBI to track down the suspects, stating that the agency had indicated it was taking the matter seriously [1]. He criticized Minneapolis police for telling him he was “the problem” and should leave the area, further inflaming his demand for federal involvement [1]. The FBI’s response, though brief, was cited as an acknowledgment of the investigation’s seriousness [1].

Police Response and Reporting Guidance: Officers later addressed Sortor’s group, urging them to back away from the scene to maintain public safety and outlining a formal reporting process [1]. Police said investigators would use vehicle information to pursue leads and emphasized the importance of following proper channels [1]. The police message aimed to de‑escalate tensions while assuring the public that the incident would be investigated [1].

Context of Ongoing Unrest: The robbery occurred amid heightened unrest in Minneapolis following the death of 37‑year‑old ICE officer Renee Good, whose shooting has sparked continued protests [1]. Sortor, a conservative influencer known for covering riots, has a history of confronting protestors, situating this episode within a broader pattern of activism‑related incidents [1]. Local leaders have called for calm as demonstrations persist and federal authorities continue their inquiry [1].