US Border Patrol Shootings and Investigations

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Prosecutors received previously withheld evidence, including statements and body camera footage, on July 28, 2026, for the ongoing investigation into Alex Jeffrey Pretti's death, who was fatally shot by federal agents on January 24, 2026, during protests against Operation Metro Surge. As of July 28, 2026: Investigations are ongoing into Pretti's death, with federal officials now sharing evidence with Minnesota authorities after initial refusals. A CNN report on July 23 alleged federal immigration agents lied to prosecutors during Operation Metro Surge, and 15 individuals were charged on June 20 with conspiracy to impede federal officers in Minnesota related to operations that included the deaths of Renée Good and Alex Pretti. The Department of Justice launched a civil rights investigation into Pretti's killing on June 18, which the Hennepin County Medical Examiner ruled a homicide.

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July 2026 4 developments

  1. Prosecutors Review Previously Withheld Evidence in Alex Pretti Shooting Investigation

    Prosecutors have received previously withheld evidence, including statements and body camera footage, for review in the ongoing investigation into Alex Jeffrey Pretti's death. This development follows accusations that federal investigators were withholding critical information. Pretti was fatally shot by federal agents on January 24, 2026, during protests against Operation Metro Surge.

  2. CNN Report Alleges Federal Agents Lied During Operation Metro Surge in Alex Pretti Killing

    A CNN report alleges that federal immigration agents lied to prosecutors during Operation Metro Surge, the operation during which Alex Pretti was killed. The family of Alex Pretti remains unconvinced about progress towards justice six months after his death.

  3. Minnesota Prosecutors Secure Key Evidence in Fatal Shootings of Good and Pretti

    Minnesota prosecutors have obtained key evidence, including hard drives and body camera video, for their investigations into the fatal shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Renee Good's vehicle has also been provided to state and local investigators.

  4. Federal Officials Share Evidence in Alex Pretti Shooting Investigation

    Federal officials began sharing evidence, including body camera footage and officer statements, with Minnesota officials on July 13, 2026, related to the shootings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti. Alex Pretti was killed by two U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers on January 24, 2026, during an immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis.

June 2026 7 developments

  1. Fifteen Charged in Minnesota Federal Officer Shootings; Civil Rights Probe Opened

    Fifteen individuals were charged with conspiracy to impede federal officers in Minnesota, related to federal immigration enforcement operations that included the deaths of Renée Good and Alex Pretti. The Department of Justice has also launched a civil rights investigation into Pretti's killing.

  2. US Border Patrol Agent Shoots Man in Blaine, Washington; FBI Investigating

    A U.S. Border Patrol agent shot Nathaniel Muniz-Spry in Blaine, Washington, on June 16, 2026, after detecting a suspected firearm during a pat-down. Muniz-Spry allegedly resisted and attempted to flee, and now faces federal charges for being a felon in possession of a firearm. The FBI is investigating the incident.

  3. DOJ Launches Civil Rights Probe into Alex Pretti Killing; FBI Leads Investigation

    The Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into the killing of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, with the FBI leading the probe. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner ruled the January 24, 2026, death a homicide. Protests have continued in response to this and other shootings by immigration agents.

  4. FBI Refuses Evidence in Alex Pretti Shooting; National Guard Activated in Minneapolis

    The FBI has refused to share evidence with Minnesota investigators concerning the death of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a decision described as "concerning and unprecedented" by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. The Minnesota National Guard was activated to support local law enforcement following fatal shootings by federal agents in Minneapolis. Alex Jeffrey Pretti's death on January 24, 2026, has been ruled a homicide.

  5. Man Charged with Firing at Minneapolis Officers; Separate Shooting Incident Reported

    Tyler Joseph O'Brien faces 21 felony charges, including assault and firearms offenses, after allegedly firing 15-20 rounds at law enforcement officers during an eight-hour standoff in south Minneapolis on June 9. Separately, authorities are searching for a suspect who fired gunshots at Minneapolis police officers from a vehicle on June 15.

  6. Man dies after Minneapolis shooting; police launch investigation

    A man died on June 10, 2026, while being transported to the hospital following a shooting on Chicago Avenue in Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Police Department conducted an investigation into the incident.

  7. CBP Officers Identified in Alex Pretti Homicide; Death Ruled Homicide

    Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP officer Raymundo Gutierrez have been identified as the federal officers involved in the January 24, 2026, shooting death of Alex Pretti. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled the death a homicide. Both agents were participating in Operation Metro Surge at the time of the incident.

May 2026 4 developments

  1. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara Resigns Amid Investigation into Shooting Incident

    Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara resigned on May 27, 2026, following an investigation into his conduct for interfering with an investigation. This resignation is connected to the ongoing inquiries surrounding the January 24, 2026, shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers.

  2. Minnesota National Guard Activated Amid Protests Over Immigration Crackdown Shootings

    The Minnesota National Guard was activated and deployed to support local authorities in Minneapolis amid protests and clashes with law enforcement. These demonstrations were sparked by the January 24, 2026, deaths of U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Jeffrey Pretti during an immigration crackdown.

  3. ICE Officer Charged With Assault in January Minneapolis Shooting

    An ICE officer, Christian Castro, has been charged with assault in connection with a shooting that occurred on January 14, 2026, involving Julio Cesar Sosa-Celis. Castro faces four counts of second-degree assault and one count of falsely reporting a crime. Federal authorities later dropped charges against Sosa-Celis due to inconsistencies.

  4. Alex Pretti shooting: New details emerge on circumstances and DHS statement

    New details indicate Alex Pretti was pepper-sprayed, tackled, and shot while reportedly filming law enforcement and directing traffic. The Department of Homeland Security stated Pretti approached officers with a handgun and resisted disarming. The state has filed a lawsuit against federal agencies for withholding evidence related to the shootings of Pretti, Renée Good, and Julio Sosa-Celis.

April 2026 1 developments

  1. Minnesota, Hennepin County, BCA sue DOJ, DHS over Alex Pretti shooting evidence

    Minnesota, Hennepin County, and the BCA have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security, alleging the federal government is refusing to share evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. This legal action stems from ongoing investigations into the January 24, 2026, incident.

March 2026 4 developments

  1. Federal Judge Orders Preservation of Evidence in Alex Pretti Homicide

    The Hennepin County Medical Examiner has ruled Alex Pretti's death a homicide. A U.S. federal judge issued an emergency order requiring federal authorities to preserve all evidence related to the fatal shooting, following a lawsuit by state and local agencies. Rank-and-file federal prosecutors are not involved in the investigation into Pretti's death.

  2. DOJ opens civil rights investigation into CBP officers' fatal shooting of Alex Jeffrey Pretti

    The Department of Justice has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the shooting death of Alex Jeffrey Pretti, an intensive care nurse, by U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers Jesus Ochoa and Raymundo Gutierrez. Bystander videos suggest the shooting continued after Pretti was motionless, and Minnesota state investigators have been denied access to evidence by the FBI.

  3. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem Refuses to Retract 'Domestic Terrorist' Label for Alex Pretti

    Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem refused to retract her statement labeling Alex Pretti, who was shot and killed by federal agents on January 24, 2026, as a "domestic terrorist." Noem stated she was relying on information from federal law enforcement, despite criticism that bystander video and local accounts contradict the DHS narrative.

  4. Dozens arrested at Minneapolis protest over Alex Pretti shooting; Governor Walz activated National Guard

    Dozens were arrested on March 1, 2026, during a protest outside the Whipple Federal Building in Minneapolis, related to ongoing demonstrations concerning the shooting death of Alex Pretti. Governor Tim Walz had activated the National Guard on January 24, 2026, the day Pretti was fatally shot by a federal agent during a struggle.

February 2026 7 developments

  1. Minnesota Senators Urge Attorney General to Grant Access to Alex Pretti Shooting Evidence

    Minnesota senators Tina Smith and Amy Klobuchar have urged the U.S. Attorney General to grant state investigators access to evidence in the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti. The state of Minnesota has also filed a lawsuit against the federal government to obtain this evidence. Meanwhile, hundreds of protesters marched to mark four weeks since Pretti was fatally shot by federal immigration agents.

  2. FBI Blocks Minnesota BCA Access to Alex Pretti Shooting Evidence

    The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) stated on February 16, 2026, that the FBI is once again preventing state investigators from accessing information and evidence related to the January 24, 2026, shooting death of Alex Pretti. The BCA expressed concern over this lack of cooperation and reiterated its commitment to conducting a thorough and independent investigation.

  3. Federal Authorities Investigate Two Immigration Officers for Allegedly Lying Under Oath

    Federal authorities have launched a criminal investigation into two immigration officers for allegedly lying under oath regarding the shooting of Alex Pretti. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director Todd Lyons stated that video evidence indicated untruthful statements were made by the officers. This probe was initiated in conjunction with the Justice Department.

  4. FBI denies Minnesota BCA access to evidence in Alex Pretti shooting investigation

    The investigation into the death of Alex Pretti, shot by federal agents on January 24, 2026, is facing challenges as the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has been denied access to evidence by the FBI. The BCA intends to cooperate with the FBI, but requests for evidence access have been unmet.

  5. Federal Authorities Decline Joint Investigation into Alex Pretti Shooting

    Federal authorities have stated there will be no joint investigation into the shooting death of Alex Pretti, marking the third federal shooting where state investigators will not have access to evidence. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt criticized Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, accusing him of encouraging hostility towards federal law enforcement. Minneapolis police confirmed Pretti had a permit to carry.

  6. Border Patrol Agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP Officer Raymundo Gutierrez Identified in Alex Pretti Shooting

    The two federal immigration agents who fired on Alex Pretti have been identified as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez. They were assigned to Operation Metro Surge.

January 2026 43 developments

  1. FBI takes lead in federal investigation of Alex Pretti shooting

    The FBI has taken the lead in the federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents on January 24, 2026, a reversal from earlier in the week when Homeland Security Investigations had been leading. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stated that "people have had enough" following the shooting, expressing concern over conflicting accounts. Bystander videos reviewed by CBS News show Pretti holding a cellphone, not a gun, before the shooting.

  2. Justice Department Opens Civil Rights Investigation into Fatal Shooting by Immigration Officers

    The U.S. Deputy Attorney General announced on January 30, 2026, that the Justice Department has opened a federal civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by immigration officers on January 24, 2026. The Civil Rights Division will conduct the investigation, interviewing witnesses and examining evidence.

  3. FBI leads federal investigation into fatal shooting of Alex Pretti

    The FBI is now leading the federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, with Homeland Security Investigations providing support. This comes after Minnesota officials took unusual legal steps to assert their right to investigate the incident due to alleged obstruction from federal authorities. The shooting involved two U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents.

  4. FBI takes lead in Alex Pretti shooting investigation; DOJ launches civil rights probe

    The FBI has assumed leadership of the federal investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, with support from Homeland Security Investigations. The Department of Justice's Civil Rights Division has also launched a separate federal civil rights probe into the incident. In response to the shooting, the Minnesota National Guard has been deployed to Minneapolis to support local law enforcement and ensure a secure environment for peaceful protest.

  5. Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino Relieved of Command After Review Contradicts Trump Administration Narrative

    A preliminary government review, based on body-camera footage and agency documentation, contradicts the initial narrative provided by the Trump administration regarding Alex Pretti's death. Additionally, Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino has been relieved of his command.

  6. Bystander videos contradict official account of Alex Pretti shooting by federal agents

    Bystander videos of the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents in Minneapolis reportedly show Pretti holding a cellphone, not a gun, contradicting the official self-defense claim. The videos also suggest a federal agent removed a gun from Pretti's waistband after he was on the ground.

  7. Officials confirm Alex Pretti had legal weapon permit; lawsuit filed after fatal shooting

    Video evidence reportedly shows an agent disarmed Alex Pretti just before fatal shots were fired, and officials confirmed Pretti had a legal permit for his weapon. The Minnesota National Guard was activated by the Governor, and state and local investigators have filed a lawsuit.

  8. Border Patrol Commander Bovino and agents to depart Minneapolis; DHS has body-cam footage of Pretti shooting

    Border Patrol commander Gregory Bovino and some agents are expected to depart Minneapolis soon following de-escalation efforts between President Trump and Governor Walz. Additionally, the Department of Homeland Security stated it possesses body-cam footage of the Alex Pretti shooting, though it is uncertain if this evidence will be shared with state and local investigators.

  9. Minnesota Governor Walz Activates National Guard After Fatal Border Patrol Shooting

    Minnesota Governor Tim Walz activated the National Guard on January 24, 2026, to support local law enforcement following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent during a struggle. The FBI has since taken the lead in the federal investigation into the incident, with Homeland Security Investigations providing support.

  10. Minneapolis Police Chief O'Hara criticizes federal agent tactics after third shooting

    Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stated that "people have had enough" following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal agents on January 24, 2026. This incident marks the third shooting involving federal agents in Minneapolis within three weeks, with the Chief expressing concern over their tactics.

  11. U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shoots Alex Pretti in Minneapolis; FBI leads investigation

    A U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care nurse, on January 24, 2026, in Minneapolis. Video evidence of the incident shows federal agents wrestling Pretti to the ground before he was shot, and differing accounts have emerged regarding the events. The FBI has taken the lead in the federal investigation, with the Department of Homeland Security's investigative arm providing support, and the Justice Department's Civil Rights Division also participating. Hundreds of protesters marched on February 21, 2026, to mark four weeks since the shooting, highlighting ongoing anger and calls for accountability.

  12. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz Activates National Guard After Border Patrol Shooting

    Minnesota Governor Tim Walz activated the state's National Guard following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent. Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, was identified as the man killed on January 24, 2026. Contradictory accounts have emerged regarding the incident, with the Department of Homeland Security claiming self-defense while bystander videos suggest Pretti was holding a cellphone and his firearm was holstered. The two agents involved have been identified as Border Patrol agent Jesus Ochoa and CBP officer Raymundo Gutierrez.

  13. Democrats and protesters demand federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after agent fatally shoots Alex Pretti

    Democrats and protesters are demanding that federal immigration officers leave Minnesota after a US Border Patrol agent fatally shot Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. The Minnesota National Guard is assisting local authorities.

  14. Governor Walz activates National Guard after federal agent fatally shoots Alex Pretti in Minneapolis

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard on January 24, 2026, after a federal agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, 37, in Minneapolis. While the Department of Homeland Security claims the agent acted in self-defense, bystander videos and witnesses suggest Pretti was holding a phone and directing traffic, not a gun. Federal agents deployed tear gas and flash bangs during the incident.

  15. Governor Walz activates National Guard after fatal shooting by federal agent in Minneapolis

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard on January 24, 2026, following a fatal shooting by a federal agent in Minneapolis. Homeland Secretary Kristi Noem stated on January 26, 2026, that Alex Pretti attacked Border Patrol officers before being fatally shot. Protests escalated following the incident, with approximately a thousand people marching through downtown Minneapolis.

  16. Federal agents deploy chemical munitions against protesters near fatal shooting scene

    Federal agents used chemical munitions, including tear gas and flash-bang grenades, against protesters gathered near the scene of Alex Pretti's fatal shooting on January 24, 2026. Protesters were heard chanting "ICE Out" and questioning the agents' actions, with reporters on the scene experiencing pepper spray after being pushed by federal agents.

  17. Governor Walz activates National Guard; AG files lawsuit after fatal shooting

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard on January 24, 2026, for crowd control following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a federal agent. The Minnesota Attorney General filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent the destruction of evidence related to the incident.

  18. Governor Walz activates National Guard after federal agent fatally shoots man in Minneapolis

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard on January 24, 2026, after a federal agent fatally shot Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse, in south Minneapolis. Videos show federal agents wrestling Pretti before he was shot, and state and federal officials have offered conflicting accounts of the incident. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating and has collected evidence, but has been denied access to evidence by the FBI.

  19. Governor Walz activates National Guard for crowd control at federal building after fatal shooting

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard on January 24, 2026, to manage crowd control at the Whipple Federal Building following the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a federal agent. Early in the investigation, a federal judge ordered the Trump administration not to destroy or alter evidence related to the shooting, as state investigators were initially denied access to the crime scene. Protests demanding accountability and the removal of federal immigration agents have continued for four weeks.

  20. Border Patrol agents fatally shoot ICU nurse Alex Pretti during Minneapolis protest

    Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse employed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, was fatally shot by Border Patrol agents on January 24, 2026, during a protest in Minneapolis. Bystander videos suggest Pretti was filming law enforcement and directing traffic before being pepper-sprayed and shot, contradicting official statements that he approached agents with a weapon. In response to the incident, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz activated the state's National Guard to support local law enforcement.

  21. Governor Walz Activates National Guard After Fatal Border Patrol Shooting in Minneapolis

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard following a fatal shooting by a U.S. Border Patrol agent in south Minneapolis on January 24, 2026. The National Guard's assistance was requested by the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office to manage crowd control during protests that followed the incident. This event marks the second fatal shooting of a U.S. citizen by immigration agents in Minnesota within the month.

  22. Senator Tina Smith states federal agents beat and shot Alex Pretti during targeted operation

    Senator Tina Smith stated that federal agents beat and shot Alex Pretti. Pretti was shot a mile from where an ICE officer killed Renee Good on January 7, and the Minnesota National Guard is assisting local police. Federal officers were conducting a targeted operation against a different man who was undocumented and wanted for assault.

  23. U.S. Border Patrol officer kills ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis

    The man killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis was identified as Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old ICU nurse. His father stated that Alex was concerned about immigration crackdowns and participated in protests against ICE actions.

  24. Federal Agents Denied BCA Access to Shooting Scene Despite Warrant

    The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) announced that federal agents denied them access to the shooting scene despite a judge's signed search warrant, hindering the state's independent investigation.

  25. Minneapolis Police Chief O'Hara states Pretti was lawful gun owner with no prior record

    Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara stated that Pretti was believed to be a lawful gun owner with a permit to carry, had no prior criminal record, and that local authorities were given very limited information about the incident.

  26. DHS: Man approached agents with handgun, violently resisted, leading to defensive shots

    The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a statement claiming Pretti approached agents with a 9mm semi-automatic handgun and 'violently resisted' when officers attempted to disarm him, leading an agent to fire 'defensive shots.'

  27. Governor Walz activates National Guard, condemns federal operations as 'abomination'

    Governor Tim Walz activated the Minnesota National Guard, deploying troops to both the shooting site and a federal building where protests were ongoing. Walz condemned the federal operations as an 'absolute abomination' and a 'campaign of organized brutality.'

  28. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey requests National Guard activation from Governor Tim Walz

    Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey formally requested Governor Tim Walz activate the Minnesota National Guard to assist local law enforcement amidst growing protests and escalating tensions.

  29. Minnesota National Guard mobilized amid anti-ICE clashes after shooting death

    The Minnesota National Guard was mobilized on January 24, 2026, amid clashes between anti-ICE protesters and federal officers following the shooting death of Alex Pretti. The two federal agents involved in the shooting were placed on administrative leave on January 24, 2026, according to the Department of Homeland Security.

  30. Immigration Officers Shoot Venezuelan National in Leg in Minneapolis

    Julio Cesar Sosa-Celia, a Venezuelan national, was shot in the leg by immigration officers during an altercation, marking the second shooting involving federal agents in Minneapolis in January.

  31. ICE agent fatally shoots Renee Good in Minneapolis, prompting Walz to prepare National Guard

    An ICE agent fatally shot 37-year-old Renee Good in south Minneapolis during a federal immigration enforcement operation, sparking initial tensions and leading Governor Tim Walz to prepare the National Guard for potential deployment.