FBI opened probe on Minneapolis shooting; none exists now, Justice Dept. says – The Washington Post

The Justice Department has clarified that it is not currently investigating the shooting of Renee Good, a woman killed by Minneapolis police in July, despite an earlier probe and concerns raised by prosecutors who have since resigned. The situation has sparked debate over the handling of cases involving police use of force and potential overreach of federal investigations.

FBI Probe Initially Opened, Then Closed

The FBI initially opened a probe into the shooting of Renee Good, but the Justice Department now states that investigation is closed. This revelation comes after six prosecutors resigned from a federal task force, reportedly due to pressure to pursue charges against the officers involved in the shooting, according to The New York Times.

Sources familiar with the matter told NBC News that federal officials are now investigating Renee Good’s partner. The investigation into her partner has raised free speech concerns, as reported by USA Today, with some questioning the scope and justification of the federal inquiry.

Concerns Over Investigation Scope

The Justice Department’s handling of the Renee Good case is being contrasted with the 2020 inquiry into the death of George Floyd, also in Minneapolis. The Guardian reported that the department’s current stance differs significantly from its response in the Floyd case, raising questions about consistency in investigations of police-involved shootings.

The six prosecutors who resigned expressed concerns about the direction of the investigation and the pressure to bring charges, even in the absence of clear evidence. Their departure highlights the internal disagreements within the Justice Department regarding the handling of this case.