Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse, was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis earlier this month. According to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the agents acted in self-defense, claiming that Pretti had a handgun and resisted attempts to disarm him. That version has been disputed by his family, several witnesses and local officials.
Pretti worked at a Veterans Affairs hospital in Minneapolis and, according to his family, was concerned about the policies of U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, particularly those related to immigration and the environment. Family members have said he legally owned a firearm and had a concealed carry permit in Minnesota, but they do not believe he was carrying the weapon on the day of the incident.
His family has rejected claims that label Prett a "domestic terrorist," demanding the full truth be known. They have emphasized that released videos show that he was not armed at the time he was detained by federal agents.
Alex Pretti was a graduate of the University of Minnesota and had initially worked as a research scientist before qualifying as a nurse. He was known by colleagues and neighbors as a calm, kind-hearted person who was dedicated to his work and outdoor activities. His death has raised serious questions and prompted calls for transparency and a full investigation into the incident.
