Minneapolis Shooting: ICE Agents Suspended After Killing Protester

Federal agents involved in the shooting death of a man in Minneapolis have been suspended since Saturday, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 8:55pm

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Federal agents involved in the shooting death of Alex Pretti, a 37-year-old nurse, in Minneapolis have been suspended since Saturday, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The suspensions involve the two agents who fired ten shots at Pretti after he had been restrained on the ground by multiple ICE officials. Pretti died at the scene from his injuries. This incident occurred after Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman, was shot by immigration police in Minneapolis on January 7th.

Why it matters

The shootings have raised questions about the use of force by federal immigration agents. This comes amid increasing criticism of President Donald Trump for defending ICE officials and their actions.

The details

According to reporting from The New York Times, the two ICE agents who fired the shots at Pretti have been suspended since Saturday. A spokesperson for ICE stated that the suspension is 'standard protocol.' This announcement comes as the events surrounding both Pretti's and Good's deaths are being investigated.

  • On January 7th, Renee Good, a 37-year-old woman, was shot by immigration police in Minneapolis.
  • On January 28, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the suspension of the federal agents involved in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.

The players

Alex Pretti

A 37-year-old nurse who died after being shot by ICE agents in Minneapolis.

Renee Good

A 37-year-old woman who was shot by immigration police in Minneapolis on January 7th.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

The federal agency that announced the suspension of the ICE agents involved in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

The federal agency whose agents were involved in the shooting death of Alex Pretti.

President Donald Trump

The U.S. president who has faced increasing criticism for defending ICE officials and their actions.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

Depending on the outcome of any investigations, the agents could face additional consequences. A possible next step could be a review of ICE's use-of-force policies and training procedures.

The takeaway

This case highlights growing concerns in the community about the use of force by federal immigration agents, raising questions about accountability and the need for policy reforms.