One of Alex Pretti's final ICU patients says terrorism accusations "broke my heart"
January 27, 2026 / 6:34 PM CST / CBS Minnesota
TL;DR
- Alex Pretti, an ICU nurse at the Minneapolis VA hospital, was fatally shot by Border Patrol officers.
- Patients like Marta Crownheart remember Pretti for his compassionate care, patience, and gentle demeanor.
- Pretti was also an advocate, having protested the death of Renee Good.
- His sister, Micayla Pretti, stated that he always wanted to make a difference.