Video Shows ICE Agents Removing Disabled Woman From Car in Minneapolis Amid Ongoing Protests

A newly circulated video showing federal immigration agents removing a woman from her vehicle in Minneapolis has intensified scrutiny of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations in the city, coming just days after a fatal shooting involving a federal officer during a separate enforcement action.

The video, which began circulating widely on social media on January 13, 2026, appears to show several federal agents interacting with a woman seated in her car during a tense encounter on a city street. According to individuals who shared the footage, the woman stated that she has a disability and was attempting to attend a medical appointment at the time of the incident.

Background: Recent Fatal Shooting

The latest video emerged shortly after the January 7, 2026, shooting death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, during a federal operation in Minneapolis. Good was shot by an ICE officer after her vehicle was stopped in a residential area.

Federal authorities, including the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), stated that the officer fired in self-defense, asserting that the vehicle posed an immediate threat. However, local officials and civil rights organizations reviewing publicly available video footage have questioned whether the circumstances warranted the use of deadly force. Multiple investigations into the shooting remain ongoing.

Details of the Viral Video

In the more recent video, several agents wearing tactical gear are seen approaching a car stopped near an area where protests had been taking place. One agent opens the driver’s door, and the woman is pulled from the vehicle and placed on the ground.

During the encounter, the woman can be heard saying that she is disabled and identifying herself as autistic. She also states that she was on her way to a doctor’s appointment. Bystanders nearby appear visibly distressed, with some questioning the agents’ actions.

Authorities have not publicly identified the woman or released detailed information about the circumstances leading up to the encounter. Some reports suggest the vehicle may have been positioned in a way that interfered with law enforcement activity, though this has not been independently confirmed.

Official Response

DHS officials have defended ICE operations in Minneapolis, stating that agents are conducting lawful enforcement actions in complex and often high-pressure environments. Officials emphasized that officers are trained to handle encounters involving civilians, including individuals with disabilities, while also prioritizing officer safety.