Killing of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol in Minneapolis
critical under-investigation
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Date
January 24, 2026
Department
U.S. Border Patrol
Agency Type
Border Patrol
Source
NPR
Description
Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old U.S. citizen and VA ICU nurse, was shot and killed by Border Patrol agents while filming with his phone and trying to protect a woman who had been pushed to the ground. Multiple videos contradicted DHS claims he approached with a pistol. He was a lawful gun owner with a Minnesota carry permit and no criminal record. Border Patrol Commander Bovino referred to him and Renee Good as 'suspects.'
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Victims
- Alex Pretti
Tags
border-patrol-shooting minneapolis us-citizen operation-metro-surge fatal video-contradicts-dhs