Report: Alex Pretti Clashes with ICE Officers, Breaks Rib Before Fatal Shooting
Recent reports reveal alarming details surrounding the death of Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse who was fatally shot by a Border Patrol agent in Minneapolis. A week prior to his tragic death, Pretti, aged 37, sustained a broken rib during an altercation with federal officers.
Incident with Federal Officers
According to sources, Pretti encountered a group of ICE officers while he was protesting their actions against a family. Eyewitnesses reported that Pretti stopped his vehicle upon witnessing the incident, shouting and blowing a whistle in an attempt to intervene. During this protest, he was tackled by five federal agents.
- Age of Alex Pretti: 37
- Incident Date: One week before his death
- Injury: Broken rib from being tackled
During the scuffle, one officer reportedly leaned heavily on Pretti’s back, resulting in his fractured rib. After the encounter, he received medication commonly used to treat broken ribs, indicating the severity of his injury.
Controversial Surveillance Practices
The circumstances surrounding Pretti’s death have raised questions about the federal government’s approach to monitoring protests. A memo from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) instructed officers in Minneapolis to gather detailed information on protesters and “agitators.” This collection included capturing images, license plates, and identifying information.
While Pretti’s name was known to federal agents before the shooting, it remains unclear if the information was documented using the newly implemented intake form as per DHS directives.
Creation of a Protester Database
Trump administration officials have discussed the potential creation of a database for tracking protesters. Tom Homan, the border czar, indicated interest in developing a system to document those arrested for interfering with law enforcement operations.
- Homan’s Statement: “We’re going to create a database…”
- DHS’s Position: No database of ‘domestic terrorists’ exists.
In a separate incident, a federal agent was filmed recording a license plate of a bystander, indicating concerns regarding the treatment of onlookers. The DHS has continued to deny the existence of a database regarding protesters, although the agency monitors threats against its officers.
Conclusion
The events leading to Alex Pretti’s death highlight serious issues regarding law enforcement interactions with the community. As investigators continue to delve into the circumstances of his shooting, questions remain about federal practices during civil protests and the treatment of individuals opposing federal actions.
