New Video Raises Questions About ICE Agent Shooting of Renee Good in Minneapolis

Footage shows moments before fatal encounter, sparking controversy over use of force

Apr. 11, 2026 at 2:38am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car sensor lens reflecting a faint red light, conceptually representing the aftermath of the controversial ICE agent shooting in Minneapolis.The shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent has sparked outrage and demands for transparency, as new video evidence raises questions about the use of force.Minneapolis Today

A newly released video has thrown the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis into sharp focus, igniting a firestorm of controversy and demanding answers. The video captures the moments leading up to the shooting, which has sent shockwaves across the nation and sparked international outrage. The footage raises critical questions about whether the agent's use of force was justified or an excessive overreaction.

Why it matters

The incident has become a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and the use of force by law enforcement. It has also highlighted concerns about transparency and accountability, with local officials alleging they have been shut out of the FBI's investigation.

The details

The video, seemingly recorded by the ICE agent Jonathan Ross, shows him approaching Good's SUV, which was partially obstructing traffic. Good, acting as a legal observer, was speaking to Ross through her car window when Becca Good, Renee's wife, entered the frame and made a reference to earlier reports of ICE agents altering or removing their license plates. As Ross interacted with Becca, another agent approached Renee and ordered her to exit the vehicle. The video shows Renee briefly reversing, then shifting into drive and turning the wheel, seemingly attempting to leave the scene. This is the moment where the situation escalates, with shots ringing out as the car moves forward.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday, January 7, 2026.
  • The video was later reposted by the White House.

The players

Renee Nicole Good

A 37-year-old mother of three who was fatally shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. She has been remembered as a beacon of 'pure love', 'pure joy', and 'pure sunshine'.

Becca Good

Renee's wife, who was present during the incident and made a statement about the couple's move to Minnesota seeking a better life.

Jonathan Ross

The ICE agent who shot and killed Renee Nicole Good. The video footage appears to have been recorded by Ross himself.

Mary Moriarty

The Hennepin County Attorney, who has stated that state investigators have been denied access to crucial evidence, including Ms. Good's SUV.

Jacob Frey

The Minneapolis Mayor, who vehemently denounced the Trump administration's narrative of the shooting as 'garbage', pointing to the video evidence that contradicts it.

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What they’re saying

“We were raising our son to believe that no matter where you come from or what you look like, all of us deserve compassion and kindness. Renee lived this belief every day. On Wednesday, January 7th, we stopped to support our neighbours. We had whistles. They had guns.”

— Becca Good, Renee's wife

“I can say that the ICE officer does not have complete immunity here.”

— Mary Moriarty, Hennepin County Attorney

“Well, normally I would, but they're crooked officials.”

— President Trump

What’s next

Local attorneys have urged the public to submit any evidence related to the shooting, alleging, along with local law enforcement, that they have been shut out of the FBI's investigation. The political fallout continues, with the Trump administration defending the shooting as self-defense and the Minneapolis Mayor denouncing this narrative.

The takeaway

This tragic incident has become a flashpoint in the ongoing debate over immigration enforcement and the use of force by law enforcement. The newly released video evidence has raised critical questions about whether the ICE agent's actions were justified or an excessive use of force, and has highlighted concerns about transparency and accountability in the investigation.