Minneapolis, Minn. — New reports from local police and fire departments, along with 911 call transcripts, reveal alarming details surrounding the recent shooting death of Renee Good, 37, by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer. The incident, which occurred on January 7, has ignited tensions in the community, prompting protests and calls for accountability.
According to an incident report from the Minneapolis fire department, first responders arrived at approximately 9:42 a.m., finding Good unresponsive in her vehicle with visible injuries. The report indicated that she had sustained multiple gunshot wounds—two to her chest, another to her forearm, and a potential injury to her head. Paramedics noted she lacked vital signs, including a consistent pulse, and had dilated pupils, further emphasizing the urgency of the situation.
In the wake of the shooting, responders relocated Good to a safer area for better access for ambulances, indicating the chaotic scene unfolding around them. As they attempted to revive her through CPR and applied a tourniquet, she was transported to a nearby hospital, where resuscitation efforts ultimately proved unsuccessful around 10:30 a.m.
911 call transcripts portray a chaotic moment during the incident. The first call, made shortly after the shots were fired, reported that ICE agents had shot a woman “point-blank” in her car. The caller became increasingly distressed, claiming, “She’s dead. They shot her.” Another witness described seeing the officer fire shots into her windshield as she attempted to escape the scene.
Communications among emergency personnel indicate a fast-developing environment. By 9:47 a.m., messages highlighted the need for crowd control, stating that bystanders were becoming hostile. Minutes later, it became clear that the officer responsible for the shooting had left the scene, exacerbating the tension among the crowd, which had surged in size and agitation.
Officials have defended the actions of the officer, identified as Jonathan Ross, suggesting he acted in self-defense. These claims have faced significant scrutiny from local leaders and witnesses. Footage from the incident appears to show Good’s car turning away from Ross when he opened fire, casting doubt on the official narrative.
Good’s death has spurred protests in Minneapolis and other cities, with demonstrators demanding justice and accountability for federal agents. In response to the unrest, President Donald Trump threatened to deploy additional federal agents to the area and invoked the possibility of using the Insurrection Act, further inflaming local tensions.
The day before the shooting, ICE officials had characterized their operation in the Minneapolis area as the largest in their history, showcasing the agency’s aggressive approach to immigration enforcement amid a backdrop of national debate over immigration policy.
As community members grapple with the aftermath of the incident, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has called for peaceful demonstrations in light of the escalating situations, urging restraint from both protesters and law enforcement. The tragic loss of Renee Good has not only raised concerns about public safety but also about the broader implications of federal immigration enforcement on local communities.