Family of Renee Nicole Good Retains George Floyd Legal Team Following Fatal ICE Shooting
MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — The family of Renee Nicole Good, who was fatally shot by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent earlier this month, has retained the legal team that represented George Floyd’s family to pursue a civil investigation. The Chicago-based law firm Romanucci & Blandin, known for securing a historic $27 million settlement for the Floyd family after his death in 2020, confirmed their representation of Good’s loved ones on Wednesday.
Antonio M. Romanucci, founding partner of the firm, is representing Good’s partner, Becca Good, as well as her parents, Tim and Donna Ganger, and her siblings. In a statement, Romanucci emphasized the widespread concern over the circumstances surrounding Good’s death, which occurred on January 7, 2026, after she dropped her child off at school in Minneapolis.
“People in Minneapolis and across this country truly care about what happened to Renee Good and are committed to understanding how she could have been killed on the street,” Romanucci said. The firm’s involvement signals a renewed focus on accountability and civil rights in cases involving law enforcement, particularly those connected to immigration enforcement.
The shooting has sparked intense scrutiny of ICE’s operations in Minneapolis, where federal agents have been conducting searches and detentions targeting undocumented immigrants. According to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, agents were reportedly searching for an individual when the incident occurred. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued statements regarding the shooting, noting that the ICE agent involved sustained internal injuries during the encounter.
Local authorities, including the Minneapolis Police Department, have urged calm amid rising tensions. Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo warned that escalating rhetoric around the incident could lead to further violence, stating, “If rhetoric keeps escalating, we are headed towards yet another tragedy.” The community remains deeply divided over ICE’s presence and tactics, with protests and calls for reform continuing in the weeks following the shooting.
The involvement of Romanucci & Blandin, who have a track record of litigating high-profile civil rights cases, underscores the gravity of the situation. Their work on behalf of George Floyd’s family brought national attention to issues of police violence and systemic racism. Now, they aim to shed light on the circumstances that led to Good’s death and to seek justice for her family.
The case also highlights ongoing debates about immigration enforcement in the United States. Critics of ICE argue that its operations disproportionately impact marginalized communities and often escalate into violent confrontations. Supporters contend that ICE is essential for national security and law enforcement. The shooting of Renee Good has intensified these debates, with policymakers and activists calling for a thorough review of ICE’s policies and practices.
As the civil investigation proceeds, Good’s family and their legal team are expected to request access to evidence and seek answers from federal officials. The firm’s announcement has been met with support from civil rights advocates who view this as a critical step toward accountability.
For more information on ICE operations and civil rights investigations, visit the ICE official site and the Department of Homeland Security. Updates on Minneapolis law enforcement responses can be found through the Minneapolis Police Department. For broader legal perspectives on civil rights cases, the American Civil Liberties Union provides extensive resources and advocacy efforts.
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