V. Legal and Investigative Context
Federal vs. State Investigation
The FBI has taken the lead in the investigation into the shooting, and federal authorities reportedly blocked Minnesota investigators’ access to evidence.
Good’s family, represented by Romanucci & Blandin (the firm also involved in the George Floyd case), has initiated a civil investigation and potential lawsuit and is advocating for transparency in the official medical findings.
Use of Force Debate
The independent autopsy’s wound paths have become part of public and legal debates about whether the use of deadly force by the ICE agent was justified under law enforcement standards, particularly since the trajectory of the fatal head shot suggests it may have occurred when the vehicle was already past or beside the agent.
VI. Key Takeaways
Medical Evidence
Autopsy evidence confirms Good was struck by multiple bullets during the encounter.
The fatal injury was a head wound, while other gunshot wounds occurred to non-vital areas.
A graze injury was also observed.
Official vs. Independent Findings
The independent autopsy provides preliminary wound details that are not yet publicly corroborated by the official report.
Ongoing Investigations
Legal, civil, and criminal inquiries remain active.
Investigative access and jurisdictional disagreements have complicated the official evidence release process.
