Law Firm Steps In to Investigate Minneapolis Shooting That Left Mother Dead, Family Seeking Answers
A prominent law firm from Chicago has taken on the case of Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a mother who was fatally shot by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis last week. Romanucci & Blandin will conduct a civil investigation into the January 7 shooting, which sparked widespread outrage and debate over whether the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer acted in self-defense.
According to sources close to the case, Good had parked her car across the road when she was approached by an ICE officer. After a brief exchange, Good appeared to start driving away, but the officer fired three shots, killing her. Videos of the shooting appear to contradict the Trump administration's account of the interaction, which has raised questions about what really happened that day.
The Justice Department has been under fire for its handling of the investigation, with several federal prosecutors in Minnesota resigning this week amid concerns over the department's response. The FBI is now leading the investigation, but Justice Department Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche claims there is "no basis for a criminal civil rights investigation."
Good's family, who hired Romanucci & Blandin to represent them, have expressed their desire to understand what happened on that fateful day. In a statement, they praised Good as a "beautiful light" who brought joy to everyone she met, and described her as "relentlessly hopeful and optimistic." They also acknowledged the outpouring of support they've received from family and friends, saying it's been a source of comfort during this difficult time.
Romanucci & Blandin has represented numerous high-profile cases in Chicago, including the family of George Floyd, who was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in 2020. The firm is committed to providing transparency and accountability throughout their investigation, which they hope will lead to positive changes in policing practices.
The family's hopes for justice have sparked a renewed debate over law enforcement accountability and the need for greater oversight of ICE agents. As the investigation unfolds, Romanucci & Blandin will be working tirelessly to uncover the truth behind Good's tragic death and bring answers to her loved ones.
A prominent law firm from Chicago has taken on the case of Renee Nicole Macklin Good, a mother who was fatally shot by a federal immigration officer in Minneapolis last week. Romanucci & Blandin will conduct a civil investigation into the January 7 shooting, which sparked widespread outrage and debate over whether the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer acted in self-defense.
According to sources close to the case, Good had parked her car across the road when she was approached by an ICE officer. After a brief exchange, Good appeared to start driving away, but the officer fired three shots, killing her. Videos of the shooting appear to contradict the Trump administration's account of the interaction, which has raised questions about what really happened that day.
The Justice Department has been under fire for its handling of the investigation, with several federal prosecutors in Minnesota resigning this week amid concerns over the department's response. The FBI is now leading the investigation, but Justice Department Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche claims there is "no basis for a criminal civil rights investigation."
Good's family, who hired Romanucci & Blandin to represent them, have expressed their desire to understand what happened on that fateful day. In a statement, they praised Good as a "beautiful light" who brought joy to everyone she met, and described her as "relentlessly hopeful and optimistic." They also acknowledged the outpouring of support they've received from family and friends, saying it's been a source of comfort during this difficult time.
Romanucci & Blandin has represented numerous high-profile cases in Chicago, including the family of George Floyd, who was killed by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in 2020. The firm is committed to providing transparency and accountability throughout their investigation, which they hope will lead to positive changes in policing practices.
The family's hopes for justice have sparked a renewed debate over law enforcement accountability and the need for greater oversight of ICE agents. As the investigation unfolds, Romanucci & Blandin will be working tirelessly to uncover the truth behind Good's tragic death and bring answers to her loved ones.
. I mean, a mother gets killed by an ICE officer and now we're debating whether it was self-defense or not? It's like, what even is the point of having laws if they're just gonna be ignored when it comes to people like this? 
The fact that Romanucci & Blandin is stepping in to investigate shows us that there are still some good lawyers out there who care about justice and accountability. But at the end of the day, we need systemic change, not just a one-off investigation 
. It's time for Congress to take a closer look at how ICE operates and make sure that their agents are being held accountable for their actions 
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This case is so messed up 
. The lack of transparency from the Justice Department is infuriating, especially with all these resignations 
. It's clear that someone needs to hold those in power accountable 
... it'll be interesting to see what evidence comes out and if the truth finally gets revealed 
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. ICE should really look into their own officers' actions, if vids show otherwise then whats the point of having investigations in place? 
And now, there are people who are saying there's no basis for a civil rights investigation? Like, how can that even be true?
this is so sad 
not sure what to make of this situation 
why didn't they investigate more thoroughly? 
The fact that some lawyers are saying there might not be enough evidence for a civil rights investigation doesn’t sit well with me either... I want to know what really happened here.
. I mean, what's the point of having law enforcement if they can just shoot someone to death and walk away? 
the fact that the DOJ didnt handle this right is just wow, theres no way Todd Blanche cud say there's no basis 4 a civil rights investigation 
maybe this case can help spark some real change in how law enforcement handles these types of situations 
The fact that the Justice Department has had to resign several federal prosecutors in Minnesota over the department's response to this case is a clear indication of how shaken they are by the outrage and public skepticism. This shooting was never just about immigration, it was about the safety and trust between law enforcement and the community they serve.
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. Romanucci & Blandin taking on this case is a huge step forward, but I hope they can really get to the bottom of what happened to Renee and her family deserves justice 
i hope Romanucci & Blandin can dig up some real answers and bring justice to Renee's family 
. it's not just about the justice, but also about making sure this kind of thing doesn't happen again to others, you know? 
anywaa, Romanucci law firm steps in 2 investigate nd they r sayin there's no basis 4 a criminal civil rights investigation but u gotta wonder what reeeally happened