Lawsuits Filed After Fatal ICE Shooting in Minneapolis
A family has launched legal action against the federal government following a deadly incident on Portland Avenue.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Immigration
Becca Good has filed two lawsuits against the U.S. government and ICE officer Jonathan Ross. The legal action follows the death of Renee Good, who was shot by the officer during a federal law enforcement operation.
Why it matters
The lawsuits aim to hold federal authorities accountable for the death of Renee Good. They allege wrongful death and conspiracy to interfere with civil rights following the shooting in Minneapolis.
The legal filings include allegations of wrongful death and conspiracy to interfere with civil rights. The couple involved in the incident leaves behind a 6-year-old son.
The players
Becca Good
She is the individual who filed two lawsuits against the U.S. government and federal officials following the death of her partner.
Jonathan Ross
He is an officer with Immigration and Customs Enforcement who was involved in the fatal shooting of Renee Good.
Renee Good
She was the victim who died after being shot by a federal officer on Portland Avenue in Minneapolis.
The details
Becca Good initiated the two lawsuits against the federal government, Jonathan Ross, and various federal officials to seek accountability. The fatal shooting occurred on Portland Avenue during a federal law enforcement crackdown.
Timeline
Jan. 7: Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Good.
Thursday: Becca Good made a public statement and filed lawsuits.
Political Context
The lawsuits follow a pattern seen in litigation challenging the Fourth Amendment's protection against unreasonable seizures. They extend this precedent by specifically targeting the conduct of federal officers during law enforcement operations.
Residents in Minneapolis may see increased scrutiny regarding the conduct of federal law enforcement agencies operating within the city. These lawsuits could set a precedent for how local authorities and the public interact with federal agents in the future.
The takeaway
These legal filings highlight the ongoing tension between federal enforcement tactics and local civil rights protections. The outcome of these cases may influence future accountability standards for federal officers.
Further reading
For additional context on federal enforcement operations in the region, see Immigration.
