A man who was shot dead by federal agents in Minneapolis has been identified by his family as 37-year-old intensive care nurse Alex Pretti.
Described as an avid outdoorsman who loved mountain biking, Pretti was reportedly attending protests after the recent shooting of Renee Good, also 37, by an ICE agent. The circumstances around Pretti's death are surrounded by conflicting accounts.
The Department of Homeland Security claims an agent fired in self-defense after Pretti allegedly resisted disarming, but eyewitnesses and family members question this narrative. Videos have surfaced showing no evidence that Pretti threatened the agents.
Pretti was a dedicated ICU nurse at the Minneapolis Veterans Affairs hospital and became increasingly troubled by the state of immigration policies under President Trump. His passion for protecting the environment was also noted by his family, especially his mother, who highlighted his love for the natural world.
Although Pretti was a licensed gun owner, his family reported that he rarely, if ever, carried it. They insist that he was a kind and thoughtful man, not the 'domestic terrorist' some have labeled him as posthumously.
The community mourns the loss of Pretti, who grew up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, excelling in sports and academics before becoming a registered nurse. Neighbors remember him as a warm-hearted individual with a strong sense of adventure.
His tragic death not only brought grief to his family and friends but also ignited conversations about broader issues of police and government oversight, particularly concerning peaceful protesters. The family’s plea for truth serves as a reminder of the complexities surrounding protests and the need for accountability.
