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Renee Good's last words before being shot dead by ICE officer revealed in new video
A tragic incident unfolded in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026, when Renee Nicole Good was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during an immigration enforcement operation.
In a video that was later shared by several political figures and media outlets, Good can be heard calmly stating "I'm not mad at you" moments before the fatal shooting.
The footage, originally posted by the partisan media outlet Alpha News, captures the final moments leading up to Good’s death, sparking widespread public reaction and media scrutiny.
The video shows Good speaking from the driver’s seat of her maroon Honda Pilot, with an ICE agent filming the encounter. Good appears to try to defuse the situation by saying everything was "fine" as the officer walked in front of her vehicle.
Despite her calm demeanor, events rapidly escalated when the agent ordered her to exit the car, prompting her to briefly drive away. Gunshots are heard shortly thereafter, marking the moment when Good was shot. The video ends with the sound of a crash, as Good’s SUV continues down the street.
ICE agent claims self-defense
The agent responsible for the shooting, identified as Jonathan E. Ross, has been part of ICE’s special response team for over a decade.
In a statement released by the Department of Homeland Security, it was claimed that Good "was impeding law enforcement and weaponized her vehicle" during the confrontation. The department maintained that Ross feared for his safety and acted in self-defense.
However, video evidence and eyewitness accounts suggest the vehicle was moving slowly, casting doubt on the justification for deadly force.
Ross’s history also adds a layer of complexity to the situation. In June 2025, he was involved in another altercation where he was dragged by a vehicle during a separate immigration enforcement operation. This incident may have contributed to his heightened sense of threat during the shooting, though it remains a point of contention in the broader discussion of law enforcement tactics.
Community response and political backlash
The response to Good’s killing has been swift and varied. Minneapolis officials, along with many residents, have condemned the actions of the ICE agent and criticized the tactics used by federal law enforcement.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, in a statement, expressed disdain for ICE's presence in the city, reminding officials of the previous protests following George Floyd's death in 2020. The incident has sparked protests in the area, with thousands of individuals gathering to express their anger over the incident.
Rebecca Good, Renee’s wife, published a statement describing Renee as a loving person who lived by the principle of treating others with compassion. She expressed sorrow over the loss, emphasizing Renee's commitment to kindness and justice. Meanwhile, political figures such as JD Vance have defended the ICE agent’s actions, citing fears for the officer’s safety during the confrontation.
The case has further fueled a heated debate over the use of deadly force by law enforcement, especially in situations involving vehicles. The Minnesota community, alongside national and international voices, continues to seek answers and accountability in this tragic event.