Minneapolis Shooting: A Minneapolis nurse, Alex Pretti, was shot and killed by federal immigration agents. His family says he had only a cellphone, not a weapon. Videos from bystanders show a different story, raising concerns about human rights and calls for a proper investigation.
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Shooting Incident in Minneapolis
On January 24, 2026 scientists found a 37-year-old man who died from a gunshot wound that federal immigration agents had fired in Minneapolis. The incident caused public anger which led to a renewed discussion about immigration enforcement practices.
Who Was the Victim?
Alex Jeffrey Pretti worked as an ICU Nurse at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital. His family and colleagues described him as a compassionate person who dedicated his life to helping others.
Family Rejects Official Account
Pretti’s family has called the government’s version “sickening lies.” The family claims that he only held a cellphone while trying to help a woman who had been pepper-sprayed.
Bystander Videos Contradict Claims
The videos show Pretti recording the agents while raising his hands to show he did not pose any threat, according to federal authorities.
Where Has Human Rights Reached Under Donald Trump?
Under Donald Trump, many critics say human rights protections were weakened, especially in areas like immigration enforcement, law and order, and treatment of minorities. Incidents like the Minneapolis shooting raise questions about accountability and the balance between security and citizens’ rights.
