Agent Identity and Law‑Enforcement Background Federal immigration officer Jonathan Ross was publicly identified as the shooter, with the Minnesota Star Tribune first naming him and The Guardian noting his ten‑year law‑enforcement career[1][2]. Both outlets confirm Ross was acting in his capacity as an ICE agent during the incident[1][2]. The identification has been widely reported across regional and national media[1][2].

June Bloomington Incident Injured the Agent In June, Ross was injured while attempting to stop a driver fleeing an immigration‑violation arrest in Bloomington, Minnesota; his arm became trapped in the vehicle window and he was dragged about 100 yards before being freed[1][2]. Court documents show he required 50 stitches and fired his Taser, which failed to incapacitate the driver[2]. A jury later convicted the driver of assaulting a federal officer with a dangerous weapon[2].

Federal Response Frames Shooting as Domestic Terrorism Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced a federal investigation and labeled Renee Good’s actions as domestic terrorism, asserting the shooting was justified[1][2]. Noem’s statements frame the event within a national‑security narrative, contrasting with local perspectives[1][2]. The federal stance emphasizes accountability and a broader policy context[1][2].

Local Officials Call Shooting Potentially Avoidable Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said there was no indication the driver intended to cause harm, while Mayor Jacob Frey, after reviewing video footage, described the shooting as avoidable[1][2]. Their comments suggest the incident might have been de‑escalated, highlighting a divergent view from the federal narrative[1][2]. The local assessment underscores concerns about law‑enforcement tactics and decision‑making[1][2].