Border agents involved in fatal shooting of Alex Pretti placed on leave

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 4 min read 100% complete January 29, 2026 at 03:17 AM

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Two Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents involved in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse, in Minneapolis have been placed on administrative leave. The shooting, which occurred on Saturday, has sparked protests and calls for the removal of the DHS secretary. While initial reports alleged Pretti brandished a gun, a DHS report indicates the agents fired during a scuffle. This follows a similar incident on January 7th where an ICE agent shot another US citizen, Renee Good, and was also placed on leave. The situation unfolds amidst ongoing tensions between the city of Minneapolis and the federal government regarding immigration enforcement, with President Trump and Minneapolis Mayor Frey exchanging heated words. The Justice Department has also announced arrests of individuals accused of assaulting federal law enforcement in Minneapolis.

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