Minneapolis Incident Following ICE Shooting

MINNEAPOLIS – On Wednesday, there was a shooting involving Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in south Minneapolis, and notably, police were not present on the block at that time. This absence allowed protesters to take control of the streets, setting up makeshift barricades to block access.

The shooting happened as DHS agents attempted to apprehend a woman named Renee Good, suspected of using her vehicle aggressively. Reports suggest that the agents claimed she shot in self-defense.

In the aftermath, demonstrators quickly claimed the area, using various items like chairs, trash cans, and pallets to construct barriers. Observers noted that no police officers were visible in the vicinity as traffic was redirected by the protesters.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey openly disagreed with the claim of self-defense, expressing his discontent with the DHS’s assessment. Meanwhile, on Thursday, the Minnesota National Guard announced it stood ready to support local law enforcement to maintain peace amid rising tensions.

After the event, local authorities cleared away the barricades set up by residents. Some signs displayed messages criticizing ICE, including graffiti that read, “F— ICE” and slogans labeling the agency as terrorist-like.

Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem described Good, a 37-year-old American citizen, as someone who had been stalking and disrupting officers prior to the incident, failing to comply with orders to exit her car.

Though Good was pronounced dead shortly after the shooting, public response appears fervent. Governor Tim Walz acknowledged the protest efforts, stating that the people of Minnesota had acted peacefully, expressing gratitude for the demonstrated unity. “We have every reason to believe that peace will prevail,” he remarked, emphasizing the community’s resilience and commitment to non-violence.