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2 federal officers fired shots during encounter that killed Alex Pretti, DHS tells Congress

CBP officers fired during a struggle with Alex Pretti, who resisted arrest; Pretti was shot and later pronounced dead at Hennepin County Medical Center, officials reported.

  • Two federal officers fired shots during an encounter that killed Alex Pretti, according to the Department of Homeland Security's statement to Congress.
  • The Department of Homeland Security's 13-page use-of-force policy applies to agencies like Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection .
  • The policy states that officers may only use force when necessary, prohibits excessive force, and requires verbal warnings and de-escalation tactics before using force.
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Alex Pretti died after being shot by CBP agents in a struggle. Videos suggest he never pulled his gun. The case causes controversy.

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WBIR broke the news in on Tuesday, January 27, 2026.
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