The death of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, has sparked intense debate following a fatal encounter with federal agents in Minneapolis. Alex was a U.S. citizen and a dedicated professional at a local veterans’ hospital. He was killed during a federal immigration operation.
Government officials claim Alex was armed and posed a threat during the enforcement action. However, his family and legal representatives strongly dispute this narrative. They point to bystander video which suggests he was holding a cellphone, not a weapon, while attempting to help a bystander.
Alex was a highly respected Intensive Care Unit (ICU) nurse with no criminal record. Colleagues described him as a compassionate caregiver and an “outstanding” professional. Outside of work, he was a former Boy Scout and an avid outdoorsman who cared deeply about environmental issues.
This incident is the second fatal shooting by federal agents in the city within a few weeks. The previous victim was Renee Nicole Good, a mother and poet. These back-to-back tragedies have left the Minneapolis community reeling and searching for answers.
The Pretti family is demanding a full investigation into the shooting. They believe the official reports are inaccurate and maintain that Alex died while trying to protect others. They are now calling for transparency to ensure the truth about their son is revealed.