Handling of evidence on Alex Pretti's death raises concerns about probe's integrity

ICE's Homeland Security Investigations unit is leading the investigation into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by a Border Patrol officer, with concerns mounting about how evidence has been handled that may compromise the probe's integrity. The investigation comes amid heightened scrutiny of border enforcement practices following the tragic incident that claimed Pretti's life. Sources familiar with the case indicate that irregularities in the collection and preservation of physical evidence have been identified, though specific details about what went wrong have not been publicly disclosed. The handling of such cases is particularly sensitive given the history of tensions between border communities and enforcement agencies, with advocates already calling for independent oversight of the investigation to ensure transparency and accountability.