Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen and mother of three, was shot at least three times during a confrontation with an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis, according to a detailed independent autopsy report commissioned by her family. The findings, released by her family's legal team on Wednesday, provide new insights into the fatal incident that occurred on January 9, 2026.
Autopsy Details Multiple Gunshot Wounds
The independent medical examination, conducted by what the family's lawyers described as a "highly respected and credentialed" pathologist, identified three clear gunshot wounds on Good's body. According to the report, she sustained injuries to her left forearm and right breast, with neither of these wounds being immediately life-threatening as they avoided major organs.
The fatal injury was a third gunshot that entered the left side of her head near the temple and exited on the right side. The autopsy also noted evidence of what appeared to be a graze wound, adding to the severity of the encounter. The family's legal representatives emphasised that they have not yet received official findings from the Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office, making this independent assessment crucial to their investigation.
Incident Sparks National Outrage and Protests
Good's death has ignited widespread outrage across the United States, particularly in Minnesota where immigration enforcement operations have intensified. The shooting has led to increased demonstrations against what protesters describe as brutal crackdowns on immigrant communities and their supporters.
The political context has become increasingly charged, with former President Donald Trump previously threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act, which would authorise military deployment to suppress protests. The Trump administration has vigorously defended ICE agent Jonathan Ross, identified as the shooter, characterising him as an "experienced" officer while officials have variously described Good as a "lunatic" attempting to commit "domestic terrorism."
Contradictory Accounts and Video Evidence
Video evidence captured by Ross shows Good telling him, "I'm not mad at you, dude," moments before the fatal shooting occurred. This footage has become central to the family's legal case, with their lead attorney, Antonio M. Romanucci, stating in a statement obtained by NBC: "We believe the evidence we are gathering and will continue to gather in our investigation will suffice to prove our case."
Romanucci further emphasised: "The video evidence depicting the events of January 7, 2026, is clear, particularly when viewed through the standards of reasonable policing and totality of circumstances." The independent autopsy forms part of a broader investigation into the circumstances surrounding Good's death, as her family seeks accountability and transparency.
The commission of this independent examination reflects growing public scepticism about official narratives in cases involving law enforcement, particularly within the volatile context of immigration enforcement operations. As protests continue and legal proceedings develop, the detailed autopsy findings add significant weight to calls for a thorough and impartial investigation into this tragic incident.
