Summary
Minnesota officials took legal steps to ensure they could investigate the shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol agent. They claim federal authorities are blocking their investigation, which is unusual because such investigations typically involve state and local officials. A federal court judge has temporarily stopped the destruction or change of evidence while the case is reviewed.
Key Facts
- Alex Pretti was shot and killed by a Border Patrol agent in Minnesota.
- Minnesota officials launched legal actions to secure their right to investigate the shooting.
- They claim federal authorities have obstructed the investigation by not allowing access to the crime scene.
- State officials obtained a search warrant to access the scene, but federal agents blocked them.
- A judge ordered federal authorities not to destroy or alter evidence.
- Legal experts say federal agents are not immune to state laws in such cases, though charging them can be complicated.
- Minnesota officials are concerned about federal transparency and cooperation in investigating the shooting.
