New Findings Emerge

Nearly two weeks after Renee Nicole Good’s fatal shooting, her family has released an independent autopsy, shedding light on her final moments. The 37-year-old mother of three was shot on January 7, 2026, in Minneapolis during an encounter with federal immigration agents.

The preliminary report provides a clearer picture of what happened inside her vehicle shortly after she dropped off her six-year-old child at school.

Key Autopsy Details

The autopsy, commissioned by Good’s family, revealed:

• She suffered four gunshot wounds.

• The fatal shot struck the left side of her head near the temple and exited the right side.

• A bullet hit her left forearm, causing soft-tissue hemorrhaging.

• Another bullet entered her right chest but missed major organs.

• A fourth injury was a graze wound that did not penetrate the body.

The pathologist conducting the autopsy confirmed that only the headshot proved fatal, while the other injuries were not immediately life-threatening.

Legal Representation and Transparency

Good’s family is represented by Romanucci & Blandin, a Chicago-based law firm. The attorneys released the autopsy to maintain transparency with the public.

Lead attorney Antonio M. Romanucci stated:
“We believe the evidence we are gathering will suffice to prove our case. The video evidence of January 7, 2026, is clear when assessed against reasonable policing standards.”

He added that the legal team will continue proactive advocacy for Renee and her family.

Ongoing Federal Investigation

The Federal Bureau of Investigation is leading the case. Minnesota authorities reportedly lack jurisdiction, though Attorney General Keith Ellison has called for a “fair, transparent investigation of all the facts.”

The encounter involved ICE agent Jonathan Ross, a firearms instructor and former member of the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force. Ross has not been charged. The Department of Homeland Security maintains that Good posed a threat, but her family disputes this portrayal.

Family and Community Response

Good’s family described her as a joyful, optimistic presence, and her partner, Becca Good, is now raising their child. She said:
“I am left to raise our son and continue teaching him, as Renee believed, that people are building a better world for him.”

Protests, vigils, and legal scrutiny continue as the family seeks justice. The independent autopsy serves as an important step to ensure Renee’s life and story are not forgotten.