ICE Agent Sustained Internal Bleeding During Minneapolis Shooting, Federal Officials Confirm
Federal investigators have revealed new details about the January 7 shooting in Minneapolis. Multiple U.S. officials told ABC News that the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent who fatally shot Renee Good suffered internal bleeding from his encounter with her vehicle. The extent of these injuries remains unclear as authorities have not fully disclosed the medical details.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem previously confirmed the agent received hospital treatment. The agent, identified as Jonathan Ross, went to a medical facility after the incident and got released on the same day.
Conflicting Accounts Surround the Fatal Incident
The Department of Homeland Security continues to assert that the agent acted in self-defense. Officials maintain that Renee Good attempted to use her vehicle against federal officers, putting the agent's life in danger. Vice President JD Vance echoed this position on social media platform X. He stated the agent fired because his life was endangered.
Local officials strongly dispute this narrative. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has called the self-defense justification "garbage." Civilian video footage of the encounter shows conflicting perspectives about whether Good presented an imminent threat to the agents.
Remembering Renee Good: A Mother and Community Member
Renee Nicole Good was a 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother of three children. Family members and community acquaintances describe her as a peaceful and compassionate individual. Her mother believes Good was probably terrified during the incident. Local footage appears to show her vehicle trying to drive away from federal agents rather than aggressively targeting them.
The Good family has hired civil rights attorney Antonio Romanucci to seek accountability and transparency from federal authorities. Romanucci previously represented the family of George Floyd, bringing significant attention to this case.
Community Outrage and Political Tensions Escalate
The fatal shooting occurred during a federal immigration enforcement operation in south Minneapolis. This incident has triggered ongoing protests, widespread community anger, and significant political conflict. Videos and eyewitness accounts have circulated extensively, fueling heated debates about use of force and ICE's presence in the city.
The community remains deeply divided over the circumstances of Good's death. Many residents question the official narrative while federal authorities defend their officer's actions. This case continues to highlight broader tensions between law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.
