A U.S. citizen named Alex Pretti, described as a nurse and military veteran, was shot and killed by U.S. federal agents during a law enforcement action in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 24, 2026. Pretti was reportedly trying to document or intervene in an incident involving ICE (U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement) agents and civilians when he was confronted by the agents. Video circulated on social media and referenced by news aggregators shows Pretti on the ground when he was shot multiple times by federal officers after a firearm was removed from his possession.
The incident has sparked widespread debate online, with conflicting narratives about whether Pretti posed a threat when he was killed and questions about the conduct of federal agents during the arrest. His death has drawn criticism from civil liberties advocates and triggered calls for greater transparency and accountability in federal law enforcement operations.
Authorities in Minneapolis have acknowledged the shooting and indicated that an internal review and independent investigation are underway to determine the circumstances that led to Pretti’s death, including whether proper procedures were followed by the officers involved.