MINNEAPOLIS — A U.S. Border Patrol agent fatally shot a man in Minneapolis shortly after 9 a.m. Saturday, federal officials said, in the third shooting involving federal immigration personnel in recent weeks. The victim of the shooting was Alexander “Alex” Pretti, 37, of Minneapolis, who was an intensive care nurse, Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison said. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara said the man was believed to be an American citizen. The incident is sparking protests and clashes between demonstrators and authorities while prompting recriminations from state and local officials.
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