BREAKING: New footage has emerged showing ICU nurse Alex Pretti engaged in a heated confrontation with federal immigration agents just days before his tragic death on January 24, 2023. This shocking video raises urgent questions about the circumstances leading to his fatal shooting by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis.
Captured on January 13, the video reveals Pretti, aged 37, visibly agitated as he yells at the agents, spitting and kicking the back of a government vehicle, ultimately breaking a taillight. Witnesses can be heard pleading for the situation to de-escalate, as agents deploy what appears to be tear gas toward bystanders. The footage, recorded by The News Movement, was filmed shortly after 10 a.m. at the intersection of East 36th Street and Park Avenue.
In a stunning twist, the video shows a gun tucked into Pretti’s waistband, although he does not reach for it during the encounter. Eyewitnesses reported seeing at least three agents attempting to restrain him, but he manages to break free and approach nearby individuals. The altercation escalated quickly, leading to his shooting just days later.
Authorities confirmed that the officers involved in Pretti’s shooting have been placed on administrative leave, a standard procedure according to the Department of Homeland Security. A government report obtained by CBS News indicates that two U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents discharged their weapons, yet it remains unclear if Pretti ever brandished his firearm during the incident.
Minnesota officials emphasize that Pretti was a lawful gun owner with a carry permit and had no criminal background, highlighting the alarming nature of the shooting. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and protests against federal immigration enforcement, particularly in light of a previous fatal shooting of Renee Good by an ICE officer earlier this month.
Community activist Carlson expressed deep concern over the violence, stating, “I know every time I leave my vehicle or leave my house… it could be any of us.” This sentiment resonates as more than a dozen people have been shot by federal agents since September, fueling mounting tensions and calls for accountability.
As Minneapolis grapples with the aftermath of Pretti’s death, protests are expected to escalate, demanding justice and an end to what many are calling reckless federal actions. The shocking nature of the video has intensified scrutiny on the federal agencies involved and their use of force in civilian encounters.
The situation remains fluid, with further developments anticipated as officials continue to investigate the shooting and its broader implications for immigration enforcement in the U.S. Stay tuned for updates on this urgent story as it unfolds.
