BREAKING: New footage has just emerged revealing a heated confrontation between Alex Pretti and federal agents just days before his tragic death in Minneapolis. The video, recorded on January 13, 2023, shows the 37-year-old ICU nurse in a volatile altercation with U.S. immigration officers, intensifying scrutiny over his fatal shooting on January 24.
Captured by The News Movement, the footage depicts Pretti yelling at federal agents, spitting, and even kicking the back of a vehicle, resulting in a broken taillight. Witnesses can be heard pleading, “Stop! Stop!” as chaos unfolds. The disturbing video demonstrates federal agents deploying gas or smoke towards the crowd, heightening tensions in the area near East 36th Street and Park Avenue.
Authorities have confirmed that two agents from U.S. Customs and Border Protection fired their weapons during the incident that led to Pretti’s death. An official report, obtained by CBS News, indicates that Pretti was shot at least ten times in a span of just five seconds. The report does not state that he reached for a firearm, despite a gun being visible in his waistband in the footage.
Pretti’s family has acknowledged their awareness of the earlier altercation, raising questions about the escalation that led to his death. The incident has ignited protests and backlash against the immigration policies under the Trump administration, particularly following the earlier shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer.
In a troubling context, more than a dozen individuals have been shot by federal agents since September 2022, sparking outrage and calls for accountability. Minnesota officials confirmed that Pretti was a lawful gun owner and had no criminal record, further complicating the narrative surrounding the use of deadly force in this case.
Following the incident, the officers involved in Pretti’s shooting have been placed on administrative leave, a standard procedure according to the Department of Homeland Security. However, officials insist this should not imply any suspicion of wrongdoing.
The shocking footage has captured widespread attention, with calls for justice growing louder in Minneapolis and beyond. Activists are rallying to demand accountability, emphasizing the risks faced by individuals in confrontations with law enforcement, particularly with the current immigration climate.
As the investigation unfolds, communities are urged to remain vigilant and aware of their rights. The tragic death of Alex Pretti serves as a stark reminder of the human cost of immigration enforcement practices and the urgent need for reform.
Developments in this case will continue to be monitored closely, and more protests are anticipated as public outrage mounts. Stay tuned for updates as this story evolves, as it remains a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over immigration policy and law enforcement practices in the United States.
