> At a Glance
> – ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good, 37, a Philadelphia-area native, during a Minneapolis operation on January 7, 2026
> – Authorities say Good’s SUV moved forward as agents tried to remove her; DHS Secretary Kristi Noem labels the incident “self-defense” and “domestic terrorism”
> – Overnight protests spread to Philadelphia, King of Prussia, New York, and New Orleans
> – Why it matters: Local leaders are mobilizing to demand accountability and highlight at least 32 ICE-custody deaths nationwide in 2025
Philadelphia and its suburbs joined a national wave of demonstrations after an ICE agent shot and killed Renee Nicole Good, a mother and U.S. citizen from the region, during a federal operation in Minneapolis.
The Shooting
Video released by the Department of Homeland Security shows a dark SUV halted in the roadway. Agents approach and order Good to exit. As one agent tugs the driver’s door handle, the vehicle rolls forward; an agent positioned near the hood fires, striking Good. She later died at the hospital.
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem defended the agent’s actions:
> “The driver’s actions constitute domestic terrorism. Our personnel acted in self-defense.”
Local Response
Protests flared within hours:
- Minneapolis: Crowds gathered at the scene, confronting local and federal officers
- New York City & New Orleans: Large marches echoed demands for transparency
- Philadelphia area: Demonstrators lined Route 202 and Henderson Road in King of Prussia, condemning the Trump Administration. Organizers announced a Center City vigil at City Hall at 5 p.m. Thursday
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and other officials will address the shooting and grassroots safety efforts at a 1 p.m. news conference Thursday.
Vigils Planned
Two remembrance events are scheduled for Thursday:
| Event | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall Vigil | 5 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Center City, Philadelphia |
| Delco Solidarity Vigil | 7 p.m. – 8 p.m. | Upper Darby Township Building |
Organizers say the gatherings honor Good and others who have died in ICE custody.
Broader Concerns
Officials contend at least 32 people died in ICE custody during 2025 alone, including two deaths in Pennsylvania. Advocates cite this toll as proof of systemic oversight failures.
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz urged calm:
> “I share the outrage. Please keep demonstrations peaceful. I’ve placed the National Guard on standby should circumstances escalate.”
Key Takeaways
- Renee Nicole Good, a local mother, was shot by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on January 7, 2026
- Protests erupted nationwide, including multiple demonstrations across the Philadelphia region
- Local leaders plan a Thursday press conference and evening vigils to demand accountability
- At least 32 ICE-custody deaths in 2025 fuel calls for reform
Community organizers expect hundreds to attend Thursday’s vigils, vowing to keep attention on federal enforcement practices and their local impact.
