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February 01, 2026
DoJ Opens Civil Rights Case into Alex Pretti Shooting
Evidence Level
1/5
How much verified proof exists for this claim
Single weak corroboration
Mystery Factor
3/5
How intriguing or unexplained this claim is
The claim involves an active investigation by the Department of Justice, suggesting multiple competing theories and notable unknowns surrounding the circumstances of the shooting, which adds to the intrigue and complexity of the situation.
The Department of Justice has opened a civil-rights case into the shooting of activist Alex Pretty in Minneapolis last weekend by Customs and Border Patrol agents