Who Is Jonathan Ross? Key Details About the ICE Agent Involved in Renee Nicole Good’s Shooting

The killing of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent has ignited national anger, with growing demands for accountability and transparency.

The agent involved, Jonathan E. Ross, is a decade-long member of ICE’s special response team. While Ross has not spoken publicly, records and accounts reveal both his professional history and personal life, drawing increased scrutiny.

Six months before the shooting, Ross was seriously injured during an arrest when a suspect sped off, dragging him roughly 100 yards. He suffered severe arm and hand injuries that required dozens of stitches.

That incident resurfaced after Vice President J.D. Vance cited it while defending Ross, suggesting heightened sensitivity to vehicle-related threats. However, court records contradict parts of that account, noting Ross was not injured in his leg.

Ross’s father, Ed Ross, has publicly defended his son, describing him as a devoted family man and insisting the shooting was justified and that charges will not follow.

Outside work, Ross lives near Minneapolis with his wife and children. Neighbors describe visible pro-Trump symbols at his home, while accounts of his personality range from quiet to distant.

The shooting occurred on January 7, 2026, when ICE agents surrounded Good’s SUV. As the vehicle slowly moved, Ross fired multiple shots, killing her. Federal officials say the car was used as a weapon, while witnesses and local leaders dispute that claim, intensifying debates over ICE tactics and federal power.