Questions Arise Over Minneapolis Shooting as Eyewitness Videos Emerge
In an ongoing federal investigation, the circumstances surrounding a shooting in Minneapolis have come under scrutiny, fueled by multiple eyewitness videos that contradict official statements.
Federal agents stand near the site of a shooting Saturday, Jan. 24, 2026, in Minneapolis.
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According to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, Alex Pretti, aged 37, was confronted by Department of Homeland Security (DHS) officers after allegedly approaching them with a pistol. However, eyewitness footage presents a contrasting narrative.
The videos reveal that Pretti did not draw a weapon; instead, he was holding a mobile phone when officers used pepper spray and subdued him. Furthermore, the recordings indicate that one officer disarmed Pretti during the incident.
The incident, which is still the subject of a federal probe, took place just weeks after another tragic event involving the shooting of Renee Good by an ICE agent in the same city.
For those seeking further insight, here are several firsthand videos capturing the moments leading up to and following Pretti’s shooting:
A video from Reuters offers an alternate perspective, capturing the critical moment when ICE officers detained and shot Pretti.
Another angle is provided in a video sourced from the Associated Press, adding to the narrative complexity.
This article was originally written by www.npr.org
