ICE Agents Forcibly Remove Disabled Woman from Car in Minneapolis
On January 13, 2026, a troubling incident occurred in Minneapolis involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Law enforcement officials forcibly removed a disabled woman from her vehicle amidst a protest aimed at opposing ICE operations.
Incident Details
Footage from the incident showed the woman sitting in her car, allegedly positioned across traffic lanes. This action reportedly obstructed ICE vehicles during a protest that followed the tragic death of Renee Nicole Good, who was shot by an ICE agent just days earlier.
Actions of ICE Agents
In the video, several ICE agents were seen speaking with the woman before one of them smashed the passenger-side window. Agents proceeded to forcibly pull her from the car.
- Date: January 13, 2026
- Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Incident Type: Forcible removal by ICE agents
During the confrontation, the woman informed the agents of her disability, stating, “I’m disabled, I’m trying to go to the doctor.” Protesters nearby condemned the actions of ICE, shouting at the agents as they removed her from the vehicle.
Response from Authorities
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) quickly responded to the incident. A spokesperson noted that a crowd had surrounded law enforcement officials, hindering their operations. The spokesperson characterized the woman’s actions as obstruction of justice.
According to ICE official Marcos Charles, at least 60 individuals had been arrested in the preceding days for similar charges of interfering with ICE operations. He emphasized a zero-tolerance policy regarding interference and stated, “We will be arresting anybody that interferes or impedes in any of these enforcement actions.”
Context of Protest
This incident is part of larger protests that erupted following the controversial shooting of Renee Good, aged 37, who was described by Trump administration officials as a “domestic terrorist.” Officials stated she attempted to ram her vehicle into federal agents. This characterization has faced significant backlash from local leaders, including Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey.
Local authorities are calling on the public to share any footage or evidence related to Good’s death, as they pursue a separate investigation away from federal oversight.
