Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse and U.S. citizen, was fatally shot by federal immigration officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota, on January 24, 2026, during a period of heightened immigration enforcement in the city.

Pretti was near the intersection of 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue when an encounter with federal agents escalated. Video recorded by bystanders captured the confrontation and the moments before he was shot. Multiple reports and video analyses have raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the use of deadly force.

Federal officials initially described Pretti as a threat to officers, while his family and attorneys have disputed that characterization. His family has said that he was observing and recording what was happening rather than participating in a protest at the time of the shooting.

Pretti was legally carrying a handgun, but reporting on the available video indicates that the weapon remained holstered during the confrontation. The circumstances surrounding the weapon and the moments immediately before the shooting have become a major focus of public debate and investigation.

The shooting sparked widespread public reaction, protests and calls for accountability. Pretti’s family has continued to seek answers and has criticized the government’s handling of the case.

Seven months after his death, the family remains focused on finding out exactly what happened and seeking accountability for the officers involved. The investigation and broader legal questions surrounding the shooting remain significant issues in Minneapolis.

Alex Pretti is remembered by his family, colleagues and friends as a healthcare worker who dedicated his career to caring for others. His death continues to raise difficult questions about federal immigration enforcement, the use of force and accountability.

May his family, friends, colleagues and loved ones continue to receive strength and comfort as they seek answers and justice.