Tragic Death of Mother by ICE Agents in Minneapolis
Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, was fatally shot by ICE agents in Minnesota early Wednesday morning. Her family described her as a stay-at-home mom with no history of involvement in any violent activities.
Good lost her life during an immigration check when federal officers encountered her Honda Pilot in a residential area of Minneapolis.
Surveillance footage revealed a maroon SUV occupying the street and blocking traffic for a few minutes while ICE agents carried out their routine operation in the neighborhood.
She was shot in the head as she attempted to flee, eventually crashing into a parked car.
Originally from Colorado Springs, Good was known as Renee Nicole Macklin Goode during her childhood, where she was an active Christian youth involved in community missions, including one to Northern Ireland.
Educational Background
In high school, Good loved singing and joined the chorus, later pursuing a degree in vocal performance at Old Dominion University in Virginia. She graduated with a degree in English in 2020, having focused on Creative Writing.
Brian O. Hemphill, president of Old Dominion University, expressed his sorrow over her passing, stating that this incident highlights the troubling levels of fear and violence in society. He called for restoration of civility among communities and officials.
Good identified herself as a “poet, writer, wife, and mother,” and won an Academy of American Poets Award in 2020 for her poem, “On Learning to Dissect a Pig Fetus.”
Hemphill emphasized the need for compassion and reflection during these troubling times.
Family Life
Renee was a mother to three children: a 15-year-old daughter and a 12-year-old son from her first marriage, and a 6-year-old son from her second marriage. After the passing of her second husband, who had PTSD, she moved to Valley Falls, Kansas, with her parents.
Later, Good relocated to Kansas City, Missouri, and then to Minnesota, where she shared her experiences on social media, showcasing her life and interests.
Her ex-husband, who wished to remain anonymous, noted that Good had always been a stay-at-home mom and previously worked as a dental assistant and at a credit union. He also mentioned that she was not politically active and was surprised by her participation in protests.
Aftermath of the Incident
Following the shooting, video footage captured the emotional reaction of her partner, who felt guilt over the events leading to Good’s death.
“I brought her here. It’s my responsibility,” the partner said tearfully. “They just shot my wife.” She expressed her deep shock and fear for their young child.
After the shooting, Good was labeled a “domestic terrorist” by the Trump administration, which sparked heavy criticism. An official stated that ICE agents were conducting a targeted operation when they faced resistance, citing fears for their lives as justification for the use of force.
Good’s family described her as a loving person, lamenting that her death came under “stupid” circumstances. Her mother, Donna Ganger, remembered her as one of the kindest individuals she had known, expressing disbelief at how her daughter was treated in this tragic situation.
“She was probably scared,” Ganger remarked, calling the circumstances of her daughter’s death truly senseless.
