ICE Officer Shooting Triggers Federal and Local Response On January 8, 2026 ICE officer gunfire killed Renee Good near East 34th Street and Portland Avenue in a residential Minneapolis neighborhood. Bystander video shows an ICE agent approaching Good’s SUV, another officer firing as the vehicle began to move, and sirens sounding shortly afterward[1][2]. The fatal encounter sparked immediate protests and a heightened federal presence throughout the city[1][2]. Both outlets confirm the shooting’s location, victim identity, and the existence of video evidence.

City Removes Barricades While Preserving Community Memorials On January 9, 2026 Minneapolis announced the removal of street barricades that had been erected around the shooting site to control access. Officials cited numerous non‑emergency 311 calls and the need to improve emergency response as reasons for reopening the streets[2]. The city pledged to keep community‑built memorials intact and to maintain a clean area surrounding them[2]. Residents’ demand for restored access and the city’s emphasis on safety are highlighted in the report.

Police Declare Unlawful Assembly and Begin Dispersal On January 10, 2026 police declared the crowd outside a downtown hotel an unlawful assembly and moved to clear it. State and local officers formed lines, issued dispersal orders, and breached hotel doors as protesters pressed forward, leading to several arrests[1]. The declaration came amid ongoing anti‑ICE demonstrations throughout Minneapolis[1]. The article details the coordinated law‑enforcement response and the legal basis for the dispersal.

Federal and International Actors Call for Coordination After Shooting United Nations spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric described the released footage as “deeply disturbing” while reaffirming the right to peaceful protest[1]. Senators Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar sent a public letter urging the DOJ and FBI to cooperate with Minnesota law‑enforcement agencies on a joint investigation[1]. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension withdrew from the case after the FBI limited access to materials[1]. Vice President JD Vance amplified the cellphone video, framing it as proof that an officer was endangered[1].