(WASHINGTON, January 19, 2026) — The Justice Department has closed a Federal Bureau of Investigation probe into a Minneapolis shooting, and is not investigating the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, despite initial reports and a subsequent wave of resignations from prosecutors involved in the case.
Federal investigations into a Minneapolis shooting and the death of Renee Good have been closed, prompting scrutiny and resignations from prosecutors.
- The FBI had opened a probe into a Minneapolis shooting but has since closed the investigation, according to the Justice Department.
- The DOJ will not investigate the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent, a decision that contrasts with its handling of the George Floyd case.
- Six prosecutors have resigned in protest over the decision not to investigate Good’s death, according to The New York Times.
Justice Department Closes Minneapolis Shooting Probe
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The Justice Department confirmed to The Washington Post that the FBI had opened a probe into a shooting in Minneapolis, but that investigation is now closed. Details surrounding the Minneapolis shooting remain limited.
DOJ Declines to Investigate Renee Good Shooting
The Justice Department has decided not to investigate the fatal shooting of Renee Good by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent, Al Jazeera reported. This decision stands in contrast to the department’s response to the 2020 death of George Floyd, which prompted a federal investigation.
Partner Under Investigation
Federal officials are investigating Renee Good’s partner, sources told NBC News. The nature of the investigation into Good’s partner was not immediately clear.
Prosecutors Resign in Protest
Six prosecutors have resigned from their positions in protest over the decision not to investigate Good’s death, The New York Times reported. The resignations highlight the internal disagreement within the legal community regarding the handling of the case.
“The decision not to investigate Renee Good’s death has sparked outrage and raised questions about the Justice Department’s commitment to accountability in cases involving law enforcement,” said a source familiar with the resignations.
The Guardian noted the contrast between the current case and the 2020 investigation into the death of George Floyd, raising questions about equitable application of justice.
Time.news based this report in part on reporting by The Washington Post, NBC News, Al Jazeera, The Guardian, and The New York Times and added independent analysis and context.
