Investigation Underway After ICE Agent Fatally Shoots U.S. Citizen in Minneapolis

Minneapolis, MN – Authorities are investigating a tragic incident involving a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent who fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Macklin Good, a U.S. citizen, during an immigration-related operation in south Minneapolis on January 7, 2026.

The incident occurred early Tuesday morning as ICE agents were conducting a routine operation aimed at apprehending individuals related to immigration violations. During the operation, Renee Macklin Good, who was reportedly unarmed, was shot and killed by one of the agents. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, with many questions still to be answered.

Family members and community activists are demanding transparency and accountability, expressing concerns over the use of deadly force by federal agents in such situations. Macklin Good’s relatives have stated that they are devastated by the loss and are seeking answers regarding why the operation escalated to a fatal confrontation.

Local law enforcement, alongside federal investigators, is working to piece together the details of the event. Surveillance footage and witness statements are being reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation. ICE has stated that it is cooperating fully with local authorities and that an internal review is underway.

Community leaders have called for a thorough investigation and are urging officials to ensure that justice is served. There are also increasing calls for a reevaluation of the tactics and policies used by ICE agents during operations involving U.S. citizens.

As the investigation continues, the death of Renee Macklin Good serves as a sobering reminder of the high stakes and potential dangers inherent in immigration enforcement operations. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.