Border Patrol chief praises agents who killed Alex Pretti and offers surprising theory

The comments, however, have further fueled controversy, particularly in light of widely circulated video footage and conflicting accounts surrounding the moments leading up to Pretti’s death.

A Death That Sparked National Attention

Alex Pretti was pronounced dead at the scene following an encounter with federal agents during a protest-related incident in Minneapolis. His death occurred just weeks after another fatal shooting involving federal officers, intensifying existing tensions and prompting renewed scrutiny of enforcement practices.