Parents of nurse killed by immigration agents say officials are shielding killers

The Guardian reported that Susan and Michael Pretti, whose 37‑year‑old son Alex Pretti was killed by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis in January, accused federal officials of stonewalling them and protecting those responsible. At a press conference on Tuesday, the Prettis made their first public comments since the death, calling for the Department of Justice to hold the agents accountable. They said they have been ‘ignored and misled’ and that the government has not provided them with meaningful information about the case. The parents singled out Trump‑era officials, describing the response as “Shameful”. The Guardian’s coverage titled the parents’ remarks ‘Shameful’, noting they accuse Trump officials of shielding their son’s killers. The Guardian noted that the Prettis are seeking answers and accountability after the federal agents’ use of lethal force resulted in their son’s death. No further details about the investigation have been released.

Why it matters

The parents’ demand for a Justice Department inquiry highlights concerns over transparency and accountability in a case where federal officials have withheld information.

Key details

Location

United States · Americas

Reported by

The Guardian

First reported

28 Oct 2026, 04:55 IST

Key names

Alex Pretti, Trump, Michael Pretti, Minneapolis

Section

Lifestyle

Sources

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• The Guardian‘Shameful’: Alex Pretti parents accuse Trump officials of shielding son’s killers 28 Oct, 04:55

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