The fatal shooting of Alexi Pretti by ICE agents in Minneapolis has ignited a fierce national debate. While government officials claim self-defense, witness accounts and technology are offering a different perspective on the tragedy.
The federal government has labeled the 37-year-old nurse a threat. However, eyewitnesses and legal advocates argue that Pretti was a law-abiding citizen. Surprisingly, the National Rifle Association (NRA) has criticized the government’s narrative. They state that Pretti was legally carrying a firearm and did not use it in a threatening manner.
When asked to review several bystander videos, an AI system provided a striking assessment. The analysis suggests that Pretti was holding a mobile phone—not a weapon—when agents first engaged him. The AI noted that he appeared to be shot while already pinned to the ground by several officers.
The AI concluded that lethal force did not seem justified based on standard law enforcement protocols. These rules require an immediate threat to life before deadly force is used. The digital review suggests that the visual evidence contradicts claims that Pretti approached agents with a firearm in his hand.
This incident follows the death of another resident earlier this month, sparking protests across major U.S. cities. From New York to San Francisco, citizens are calling for transparency. They are demanding a full investigation into the actions and protocols of federal law enforcement agents.