Protesters have taken to the streets of Minneapolis in large numbers following the fatal shooting of 37‑year‑old Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer on Wednesday, sparking widespread outrage across the city and beyond.
In Minneapolis’ Central neighborhood, where Good was killed, hundreds — and by some accounts thousands — of demonstrators gathered within hours of the incident. Protesters marched along major thoroughfares such as Lake Street amid freezing rain, chanting slogans like “ICE out now,” holding signs condemning federal immigration enforcement, and blocking traffic as they sought accountability and drew attention to the shooting.
The demonstrations, which have been described as both vigils and protests, included candles, flowers, and makeshift memorials placed at the site of Good’s death, as well as larger gatherings outside federal buildings such as the Whipple Federal Building. Some participants confronted federal agents, and there were reports of law enforcement using crowd‑control measures to disperse parts of the crowd.
Local leaders have echoed protesters’ demands for transparency and justice. Minneapolis officials, including the mayor and governor, have strongly criticized the federal account of the shooting and called for greater access to evidence and participation in the investigation, arguing that state authorities were sidelined in the process.
The unrest in Minneapolis has also inspired solidarity actions in other U.S. cities. Demonstrators in locations such as New York City and Philadelphia held protests and vigils, organizing chants, marches, and public statements decrying federal immigration enforcement tactics following Good’s death.
The protests come amid broader tensions over federal immigration operations in Minnesota and nationwide, and they draw historical resonance due to the proximity of Good’s shooting site to where George Floyd was killed in 2020, a factor that has intensified community response and mobilization.
Key Points of Protest Activity:
Demonstrators marched through the streets of Minneapolis, chanting and blocking traffic.
Vigils with candles and memorials were set up at the shooting site.
Protests also occurred outside federal buildings, with some clashes reported.
Solidarity demonstrations took place in other major U.S. cities.
Local officials have called for a transparent investigation and criticized federal handling.
