{"id":2440,"date":"2026-01-27T14:57:04","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:57:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/?p=2440"},"modified":"2026-01-27T14:57:07","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:57:07","slug":"doctor-at-the-scene-claims-ice-agents-counted-bullet-wounds-instead-of-giving-medical-help-after-shooting-alex-pretti","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/?p=2440","title":{"rendered":"Doctor at the scene claims ICE agents counted bullet wounds instead of giving medical help after shooting Alex Pretti."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover aligncenter is-light mycontentblock has-medium-font-size wp-duotone-7bdcb5-ffffff-1\" style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-top:0;padding-bottom:0;min-height:146px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"186\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-198 size-large\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-1024x186.png\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"50% 50%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-1024x186.png 1024w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-300x54.png 300w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-768x139.png 768w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-1536x279.png 1536w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-2048x372.png 2048w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-04-at-2.47.25-PM-1-1320x239.png 1320w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-0 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-cover-is-layout-4d396166 wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center my-cover-title has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-ffef184ed4fd2f45fc3ac007bae8bd07\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(135deg,rgb(254,205,165) 0%,rgb(254,45,45) 68%,rgb(107,0,62) 100%)\"><strong>Doctor at the scene claims ICE agents counted bullet wounds instead of giving medical help after shooting Alex Pretti.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9849fe302b407851b1c4b30794f8e3b6\">On January\u202f24,\u202f2026, Minneapolis became the focus of national attention after 37\u2011year\u2011old intensive care unit (ICU) nurse Alex Alan Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents during an enforcement operation tied to heightened immigration policing in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\n    atOptions = {\n        'key' : '9e49f4ce267f7bab92bbdb38b733742b',\n        'format' : 'iframe',\n        'height' : 90,\n        'width' : 728,\n        'params' : {}\n    };\n<\/script>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/brillianceremisswhistled.com\/9e49f4ce267f7bab92bbdb38b733742b\/invoke.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ebde30f25a014957e77555c85da27233\">The shooting has since sparked widespread protest, political debate, and questions about the appropriate use of force by federal authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bfd024e34ba85f3833388fcd07e6a7cc\"><strong>Who Was Alex Pretti?<\/strong> <br><br>Alex Pretti was a registered ICU nurse at the VA Health Care System in Minneapolis, remembered by friends, family, and colleagues as a compassionate caregiver who dedicated his life to helping others, particularly veterans.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6d9de617b856108db9e60e476b90ab7d\">Born and raised in the Midwest, he later moved to Minnesota, where he studied, trained, and built his nursing career. Those close to him described him as kind, thoughtful, and committed to justice and community service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"477\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-181.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2441\" style=\"width:373px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-181.png 477w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-181-265x300.png 265w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6ea0da23e176ab91604c09e8a226bd54\">Pretti was a lawful gun owner and held a permit for concealed carry under Minnesota law, but he had no significant criminal record beyond routine traffic infractions, according to Minneapolis police and state officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fdcf24b3bb41adcd67136c20463811ce\"><strong>Federal Enforcement in Minneapolis: The Backdrop<\/strong><br><br>The fatal shooting occurred amid an unusually large federal immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis. In early 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including U.S.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4a0608accde0d89def53032ab1d70c9d\">Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Border Patrol personnel, was conducting heightened sweeps and arrests targeting individuals suspected of being in the country without federal authorization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8cc83e2d5f341100136e32a78aa3880f\">This operation was part of what officials described as a broader effort to enforce immigration laws but also drew criticism and protests from local residents, activists, civil rights groups, and some elected officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2ddf96298842bfa04ab1ab677c4488f8\">Tensions had already been high after the January\u202f7 shooting death of 37\u2011year\u2011old Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in the same area, which authorities ruled a homicide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-520c34593e181447ba3d18b34c884209\">That earlier incident became a flashpoint for activism and outrage, and the presence of federal agents in Minneapolis only added to the tension leading up to the Pretti shooting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-98503031f95a0ae8c87a01f7f4db513b\"><strong>The Incident: What Happened on January 24, 2026<\/strong><br><br>According to statements from federal officials, the shooting took place in the morning hours near 26th Street and Nicollet Avenue in south Minneapolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"345\" height=\"346\" src=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-182.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2442\" style=\"width:323px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-182.png 345w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-182-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-182-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 345px) 100vw, 345px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6a971604b8e899ef112ea91db76544e6\">DHS said a Border Patrol agent fired shots in self\u2011defense after Pretti allegedly approached federal officers with a handgun and resisted attempts to disarm him. DHS characterized the encounter as dangerous and violent, asserting the agent fired to protect life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-226f0431a71599ce62a3d75c20f54b4d\">However, multiple video\u2011verified eyewitness accounts and bystander footage significantly complicate this narrative:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-cac0a95d3788a4af3ba20ff102ad025f\">Footage circulating on social media and reviewed by news outlets showed Pretti holding a phone, not a weapon, moments before the confrontation with federal agents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fb21b446c4fc8a2b206b705ed55e6f11\">One video shows Pretti filming agents and later moving toward them, apparently attempting to assist a woman who had been pushed to the ground by an agent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-46e8d5c7f7f3589317cc3f81d2015f3c\">Another angle shows federal agents pepper\u2011spraying Pretti widely and repeatedly, then pushing him to the ground while multiple agents restrain him.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d7185c7f8ad9b463fed0040c0dd609e3\">One agent appears to remove a holstered firearm from Pretti\u2019s waistband after Pretti was already restrained on the pavement, and only afterward do shots ring out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51d7459460a38cffcc39eb17829abd7d\">According to some video breakdowns, at least 10 shots were fired over approximately five seconds, even as Pretti was pinned by officers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-78bc59e71ca2026faef7e262581158c1\">These contrasting accounts have become central to national debate over what actually occurred during the encounter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-fef161619d0634a3e76fd4df5c6aae44\"><strong>Medical Response and Witness Concerns<\/strong><br><br>In the days following the shooting, a physician who was present near the incident later filed a sworn statement as part of ongoing litigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-b1fd5ae4bbde7ed667d3eba197eb4fa5\">According to the filing reported by People, the doctor attempted to help Pretti after he was shot. They reported that instead of administering first aid or checking for a pulse, federal agents were observed \u201ccounting bullet wounds\u201d on Pretti\u2019s body while he lay wounded.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ac96fe6e83c669d7331534efde4f90d0\">The physician described being confused by the agents\u2019 actions, noting that standard emergency protocol would be to attempt CPR or other life\u2011saving measures immediately.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"350\" src=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-183.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2443\" style=\"width:510px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-183.png 600w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-183-300x175.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-275415670c0c3ac1fb82e984e3f24db6\">The doctor\u2019s statement raises serious questions about how federal agents managed the scene after the shooting and has added to the controversy surrounding the response.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-db11539fc9c23afffd47937384605e78\"><strong>Official Government Accounts and Investigations<\/strong><br><br>DHS and Border Patrol officials have defended the actions of the agent who fired the fatal shots, suggesting that Pretti\u2019s resistance and possession of a firearm justified the use of deadly force.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a577ca08206b6fe9114c496072f274d3\">U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem publicly described Pretti as armed and dangerous, a characterization sharply disputed by witness videos and protestors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ce5bd8525e84345aa32b6ff62a33fbb8\">In the wake of the shooting, federal officials initiated an internal investigation. The Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) unit of ICE, along with the FBI, began examining the incident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f8721f2c9061940e5dacc096ba2fde1e\">Some experts in law enforcement oversight noted that placing HSI at the lead of this investigation is somewhat unusual, as HSI is not typically tasked with examining officer\u2011involved shootings; experts have recommended independent review mechanisms to ensure transparency and trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-630f37695c3aedfed918fc559e30a268\">A federal court also issued a temporary restraining order preventing DHS and other agencies from destroying or altering evidence at the scene, after state officials sought to secure the federal property for independent investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-bf4edace280c72d4ceea73620614cadf\">This order aims to preserve all relevant physical evidence, video footage, and forensic materials tied to Pretti\u2019s death.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-85e8c6a66da2db138323e0bf487122f8\"><strong>Family and Community Reaction<\/strong><br><br>Pretti\u2019s family has vocally rejected the federal government\u2019s version of events. In a public statement, they described the official claims as \u201csickening lies,\u201d emphasizing that video evidence does not show Pretti brandishing a weapon at any point before he was shot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1bdf6d0c028f77015e260daef1f0ca01\">They remembered him as a devoted nurse, family man, and community member who was widely respected for his empathy and professionalism.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-be2f65651985d38cb963985f50a0fec2\">Community members across Minneapolis and beyond have organized vigils, rallies, and protests in honor of Pretti. Some activists and residents view his death as evidence of excessive force by federal agents and demand accountability and reform in how federal law enforcement interacts with civilians, particularly during domestic deployments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4dda4fa1f35c2367a339bc87cbc7b226\"><strong>Broader National Debate and Political Fallout<\/strong><br><br>The shooting has quickly become a flashpoint in the broader national discussion over immigration enforcement, law enforcement accountability, and the proper use of force by federal authorities. \u25a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6c097852fbe3c5686d3218fe5fb6f408\">Political leaders from both major parties have weighed in, with some Democrats and progressive figures calling for transparency, independent investigations, and even calls to review or reduce federal enforcement presence in Minneapolis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-184.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2444\" style=\"width:451px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-184.png 600w, https:\/\/vibepress.us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-184-300x250.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-37b89056bc5e7e5d19ce958ee670093e\">Leading Republican and conservative voices have defended federal agents\u2019 actions, with some describing them as operating within the scope of their duties amid challenging conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-433bc20b00b76353532747804c212589\">Activists seen as outside traditional political structures have used Pretti\u2019s death to amplify awareness of immigration enforcement practices and civil liberties concerns at a national level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8caae2fc4e97a324263343dcf48ecb3a\">Prominent technology and business leaders have also expressed public concern about the shooting, framing it as a troubling moment for American democratic norms and accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1e4467263e4f9db5ca0fd39e535495e6\">These varied responses illustrate how deeply the incident has resonated beyond Minnesota, catalyzing discussions about federal authority, individual rights, and law enforcement practices nationwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a4754e6d0ac0ca427c09c5ee26df3894\"><strong>Legal and Investigative Developments<\/strong><br><br>As of now, federal investigations are ongoing, and no formal charges or disciplinary actions have been announced. Minnesota state authorities have pushed for greater access to evidence and independent review, while federal officials maintain that they are conducting an internal process consistent with protocol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-291695d698a895630d2ebc390dc8f263\">The temporary restraining order to preserve evidence indicates courts are taking these concerns seriously, and it may shape how future oversight is handled in similar incidents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0d275bdfa74b6a82ba7bdf4d89754eb4\"><strong>Legacy and Public Memory<\/strong><br><br>Alex Pretti\u2019s death joins a list of recent controversial law enforcement shootings that have drawn public scrutiny and demand for reform. While investigations continue, the incident has already ignited wider dialogue about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4b1b102ccbfb110fec8bac20412cdffc\">The role of federal agents in domestic operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0c876f1b62b3174e67b13c7945d041eb\">How use\u2011of\u2011force decisions are made and evaluated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4e44c2560ee6a5270283a94fc9291496\">The importance of transparent, independent investigations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-94e4746c015c6ec53ca54eeda16ff519\">Community trust in law enforcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ec1894b6b0fb0517e66f2886aaf9cefc\">Many advocates continue to honor Pretti\u2019s memory by highlighting his life of service and calling for accountability and justice in his case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1c5b45c05a1014cdbcbb9b23490d7bb8\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ec825a6e935c3088a18da79610dfb817\">The fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents in Minneapolis on January\u202f24,\u202f2026, remains a deeply contested event with far\u2011reaching implications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c83f827accbed0eaea6862e63440e3bf\">Differing official statements, corroborating bystander video, medical witness accounts, and widespread public reaction have combined to create one of the most closely watched law enforcement incidents of recent years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-ast-global-color-8-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2831ddff65f375b926ad4929d6b11bd8\">As investigations proceed and public dialogue evolves, Pretti\u2019s death will likely continue to shape discussions around law enforcement accountability, immigration policy enforcement, and civil liberties in the United States.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>On January\u202f24,\u202f2026, Minneapolis became the focus of national attention after 37\u2011year\u2011old intensive care unit (ICU) nurse Alex Alan Pretti was 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