On January 7, 2026, 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good, a U.S. citizen, mother, wife, poet, and Minneapolis resident, was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis.Background and IncidentThe shooting occurred amid heightened tensions from a large-scale ICE deportation effort targeting immigrant communities, particularly Somali residents. Good was in her SUV near Portland Avenue and East 34th Street when agents approached.Federal account (DHS and ICE): Agents claim Good weaponized her vehicle, attempting to run over an officer in an act of "domestic terrorism." The agent fired in self-defense after fearing for his life. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and President Trump supported this, noting the officer was treated and released from hospital.

Local and witness accounts: Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, Governor Tim Walz, and city officials dispute this, calling the federal narrative unfounded based on video evidence. They describe Good as a community member "caring for neighbors" or observing, not a target. Bystander videos show agents surrounding her vehicle; she reversed briefly before moving forward slowly, then shots were fired into the windshield. Critics argue the agent was not in immediate danger.


Her mother, Donna Ganger, stated Good had no affiliation with protest groups and was compassionate. However, some witnesses described her vehicle as leading efforts to block ICE agents.Aftermath and ReactionsA doctor on scene attempted aid, but agents allegedly blocked it and paramedics, responding "I don't care" when informed. Good was pronounced dead at the hospital.The incident sparked immediate protests: Thousands gathered for vigils in Minneapolis (with candles, flowers, and chants of "ICE out now"), and demonstrations spread to cities like Rochester, New York, Seattle, and San Antonio. Minneapolis schools canceled classes for the rest of the week due to safety concerns. Governor Walz prepared the National Guard while urging peaceful protest.Political PolarizationThe event has deeply polarized opinions:Left-leaning sources and officials view it as excessive force and murder, reopening wounds from the 2020 George Floyd killing nearby.

Right-leaning sources defend it as justified self-defense against interference with federal operations.


The FBI and authorities are investigating; body camera footage is unavailable as the agents lacked them. This remains a developing story with conflicting narratives.