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Judge Removes Order Blocking DHS From Destroying Alex Pretti Shooting Evidence

The order was not necessary because the federal government is not likely to destroy evidence, a federal judge determined.
Judge Removes Order Blocking DHS From Destroying Alex Pretti Shooting Evidence
Federal agents block off the scene of the Alex Pretti shooting as crowds gather in Minneapolis on Jan. 24, 2026. Stephen Maturen/Getty Images
Jill McLaughlin
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A federal judge canceled a court order blocking the Trump administration from destroying evidence in the Jan. 24 fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by federal immigration agents, saying it was not needed.

The Trump administration was sued within hours of the 9 a.m. shooting by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension, the state, and the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.