URGENT UPDATE: A community rally is set for 6:30 p.m. on January 8, 2024, at Bell Tower Green in Salisbury, North Carolina, following the tragic shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother, by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent in Minneapolis.
The rally, organized by community leaders, comes after shocking footage emerged showing the moments leading up to Good’s death on Wednesday. According to reports, she was shot multiple times by an ICE officer who claimed she was attempting to run him over. However, eyewitnesses assert that Good was simply trying to comply with the officer’s orders to vacate the area.
Community organizer and Democratic candidate for District 76, Scott Huffman, expressed deep concern over the incident. “After seeing the footage, I knew I had to act,” Huffman stated in a Thursday phone call. He emphasized the importance of the vigil as a space for the community to unite and address the violence.
The event aims to honor Good’s memory and highlight the devastating impact of her death on her family. “Renee was a mother and wife, and now her child is an orphan,” Huffman lamented. He hopes attendees, including local clergy, will join in a moment of silence to reflect on the loss.
As emotions run high and community members prepare to gather, the rally is poised to draw significant attention and support. Huffman noted, “I have had good positive feedback. I hope people will show up.” This gathering represents not just a call for justice for Good, but also a broader conversation about the implications of police violence and its effects on families.
The community is urged to participate in this crucial event to stand in solidarity and voice their concerns. The rally at Bell Tower Green is expected to be a pivotal moment for Salisbury residents to come together and discuss the urgent need for change.
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