Medical Examiner Rules Alexander Pretty's Death a Homicide

The medical examiner has officially ruled the death of Alexander Pretty, who was shot in Minneapolis, as a homicide.
Apr 21, 2026
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The medical examiner ruled Alexander Pretty«s death a homicide after he was shot by law enforcement in Minneapolis.
Source:
AP

According to media reports citing the medical examiner«s document, the cause of death for 37-year-old Alexander Pretty was multiple gunshot wounds.

The medical examiner ruled Alexander Pretty«s death a homicide after he was shot by law enforcement in Minneapolis.
Source:
AP

In the «circumstances of injury» section, the expert, Dr. Andrew Baker, stated: «Shot by law enforcement officer(s).»

The medical examiner ruled Alexander Pretty«s death a homicide after he was shot by law enforcement in Minneapolis.
Source:
AP

The incident occurred on January 24, 2026, in Minneapolis.

According to media reports, Pretty was shot by a Border Patrol agent and a Customs and Border Protection officer.

This happened 11 days after his street altercation with immigration service officers.

The document also noted that the man«s body was released to a funeral home.

Alexander Pretty would have turned 38 next month.

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