Start Here The Killing of Alex Pretti
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Jan 26, 2026 Trevor Ault, an ABC News reporter who covered Minneapolis on the ground, gives a close look at the shooting and local reactions. He outlines the minute-by-minute footage, discusses Pretti’s background as a VA ICU nurse and activist, and reports on the clash between state and federal officials. The conversation also covers the debate over concealed-carry permits and the political fallout around ICE funding.
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Graphic Footage Of Preddy Being Overpowered
- Video shows Alex Preddy being grabbed, pepper-sprayed, dragged, and held down by federal officers before shots ring out.
- The footage captures agents removing what appears to be a handgun from his waistband just before multiple shots are fired.
Preddy's Background As A Caregiver
- Trevor Ault reports Alex Preddy was a 37-year-old ICU nurse who frequently attended protests to help and protect others.
- Colleagues and family describe him as empathetic and motivated by caring for people and opposing ICE tactics.
Federal And Local Narratives Clash
- Federal officials quickly labeled Preddy a violent threat and even a domestic terrorist despite video gaps in that narrative.
- Local authorities and Minnesota's attorney general pushed for independent oversight and restrictions on evidence handling.