Preliminary 3D Analysis Raises Questions in ICE Shooting Case in Minneapolis
A preliminary digital investigation has introduced new scrutiny into the fatal shooting of 37-year-old motorist Renée Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis.
The incident occurred on January 7, 2026, when an ICE agent fired three shots into Good’s vehicle, resulting in her death. Federal authorities initially stated that the shooting was an act of self-defense, alleging that the vehicle had been used to ram the agent.
However, a preliminary 3D reconstruction conducted by Index Investigation presents a contrasting account based on available visual evidence.
Key Findings from the Reconstruction
Using photogrammetry, audiovisual analysis, and spatial modeling, the investigation examined footage from the scene to reconstruct the sequence of events. The findings challenge the official narrative on multiple grounds:
Trajectory Analysis: The reconstructed model indicates that the agent was not positioned in the path of the vehicle at the time shots were fired.
Physical Contact: There is no indication from the analysis that the agent was struck by the vehicle.
Use of Force: The shots were directed at lethal areas of the victim’s body from a position where the agent was not in immediate danger.
These conclusions suggest that the circumstances surrounding the use of force may differ from initial claims made by authorities.
Updated Analysis Incorporates New Evidence
On January 21, 2026, the investigation was updated following the release of footage from the agent’s phone. This additional material enabled further refinement of the 3D model, particularly regarding the positioning of the agent relative to the moving vehicle.
According to Index Investigation, the updated reconstruction reinforces the initial findings, maintaining that the agent was neither in the vehicle’s trajectory nor facing immediate threat at the time of the shooting.
Scope and Limitations
The analysis is described as preliminary and based on currently available footage. Index Investigation clarified that the reconstruction should not be considered a finalized expert report, but rather an evidence-based assessment intended to contribute to public understanding of the incident.
The organization, based in Paris, specializes in digital investigations that combine open-source intelligence with advanced visualization techniques to reconstruct real-world events.
Broader Implications
The case highlights the growing role of digital forensics and 3D reconstruction in evaluating use-of-force incidents. As such tools become more widely used, they are increasingly shaping public discourse and contributing to independent accountability in law enforcement investigations.
The findings may prompt further review of the incident as additional evidence and official inquiries continue.