ICE agent unlikely to face charges for shooting

The New York Times, reporting sources familiar with the investigation into the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good, reports that charges are becoming less likely. Jonathan Ross, the agent who shot Good, is not out of the woods depending on which way the investigation progresses. The FBI took over the case from local officials and looked into Ross’ action, the weapon he used, and other evidence from the incident.

From New York Post. 

The ICE agent who fatally shot protester Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis is unlikely to face criminal charges — as the Justice Department is not expected to open a civil rights probe into the deadly ordeal, according to a report.

Federal investigators assigned to probe last week’s fatal encounter are looking increasingly less likely to charge the agent, Jonathan Ross, after he opened fire on the 37-year-old, the New York Times reported, citing sources familiar with the investigation.

The decision could change, however, as the investigation unfolds, the sources said.

FBI investigators, who have taken over the case from local authorities, said their review of the fatal shooting includes analyzing Ross’ conduct and key physical evidence — including the handgun involved.

Meanwhile, the DOJ’s civil rights division has so far declined to look at whether Ross, a President Trump-supporting war veteran, potentially violated the protester’s civil rights when he fired three shots at her.

The Trump administration, including Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, quickly branded Good a “domestic terrorist” — arguing that the ICE agent only fired the fatal shots in self-defense after the alleged agitator struck him with her vehicle.

As part of the investigation, the feds are said to be zeroing in on Good’s links to anti-ICE activist groups protesting the Trump administration’s crackdown on illegal immigration.

The Justice Department plans to examine the actions of numerous activists who took part in apparent neighborhood watch activities in the lead-up to Good’s death.

It comes as massive protests continue in Minneapolis and throughout the country in the wake of Good’s death.

Additional Reading:

Pollina, R., & Crane, E. (2026, January 13). ICE agent unlikely to face charges in Renee Good’s death: Report. New York Post. Link.

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