Protests Erupt in Minneapolis Following Shooting of Woman by ICE Agent

Sun Jan 11 2026 14:27:11 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Dozens of arrests and an injured officer mark a night of protests in Minneapolis after the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent. The incident has ignited widespread demonstrations against immigration enforcement across the U.S.

In Minneapolis, protests turned heated following the shooting death of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent. With at least 29 arrests and one officer injured, demonstrators clashed with law enforcement, highlighting ongoing tensions around immigration policies. Mayor Jacob Frey noted both peaceful protests and incidents of violence, as calls for justice continue.

At least 29 people have been arrested in Minneapolis during protests over the death of a woman who was shot by a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent. One police officer was also injured after a 'chunk of ice was thrown at them', city officials said, during demonstrations which saw 1,000 people take to the streets of the city on Friday night.

Protests against immigration enforcement have been held across the US after 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good was shot in her car on Wednesday. The Trump administration stated the agent who fired the shots acted in self-defense, while local officials insisted the woman posed no danger.

Minneapolis Police declared an unlawful assembly on Friday night as protesters gathered outside the Canopy Hotel in the city, where some ICE agents were believed to be staying. The Minneapolis police department said in a statement that 'some individuals forced entry into the hotel through an alley entrance'. Videos posted online showed protesters flashing bright lights into the area, blowing whistles, and banging on drums. Police reported that over 1,000 demonstrators were in the area, with some throwing ice, snow, and rocks at officers, police vehicles, and other cars. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey applauded the majority of protesters for being peaceful but warned that individuals committing property damage or putting others in danger would face arrest. The 29 individuals arrested were later released, with Police Chief Brian O'Hara noting the crowd was dispersed by early morning without further incident.

Further protests are planned in Minneapolis this weekend, alongside demonstrations in Texas, Florida, Washington D.C., and other locations across the U.S. This wave of unrest follows a growing frustration amongst Minnesotans regarding ICE's operations in the state, leading congresswomen from Minnesota to attempt an inspection of an ICE facility, claiming obstruction by the agency. The FBI is now investigating the incidents surrounding Good’s death, adding a layer of complexity to the public outcry.