The Department of Justice (DOJ) has opened a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents, the US deputy attorney general has said. Todd Blanche noted that this investigation is a standard procedure by the FBI under such circumstances. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) indicated that the FBI will lead this investigation in consultation with the DOJ's Civil Rights Division. Pretti’s death occurred shortly after Renee Good was also shot by federal officers in Minneapolis.
We're looking at everything that would shed light on that day, Blanche told the press, assuring that the investigation would include legal insights from civil rights lawyers as needed. Initially, the investigation was managed by Homeland Security Investigations of ICE.
Two agents involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave, according to the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Preliminary reports suggest that Pretti was shot during a skirmish with the agents, contradicting earlier claims that he was brandishing a firearm.
Pretti, a US citizen and dedicated intensive care nurse, had recently participated in protests against police violence following Good's death, which further fueled public demonstrations and outcries against federal immigration practices. Minnesota officials have requested the withdrawal of federal agents from the state, and President Donald Trump indicated a willingness to de-escalate federal presence if local cooperation is achieved. The situation remains tense as community leaders continue to advocate for justice.
We're looking at everything that would shed light on that day, Blanche told the press, assuring that the investigation would include legal insights from civil rights lawyers as needed. Initially, the investigation was managed by Homeland Security Investigations of ICE.
Two agents involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave, according to the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP). Preliminary reports suggest that Pretti was shot during a skirmish with the agents, contradicting earlier claims that he was brandishing a firearm.
Pretti, a US citizen and dedicated intensive care nurse, had recently participated in protests against police violence following Good's death, which further fueled public demonstrations and outcries against federal immigration practices. Minnesota officials have requested the withdrawal of federal agents from the state, and President Donald Trump indicated a willingness to de-escalate federal presence if local cooperation is achieved. The situation remains tense as community leaders continue to advocate for justice.
