By John Q. Hosedrinker 
The family of the individual in question claims to be unaware of the whereabouts of his phone and has not been contacted by federal law enforcement. Furthermore, concerns have been raised about the handling of evidence, specifically the gun, due to the lack of a documented chain of custody. Minnesota authorities, despite having a warrant, were initially denied access to the crime scene and had to seek a restraining order to prevent the alteration or destruction of evidence by the federal government, a move the Trump administration is attempting to reverse. Attorney General Keith Ellison noted that the situation is unprecedented.
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Where Did Alex Pretti’s Phone Go After He Was Killed in Minneapolis?
The central question surrounding Alex Pretti’s death in Minneapolis revolves around the fate of his phone. The immediate concern is: Where did it go? The context surrounding its disappearance raises serious questions about transparency and potential foul play, especially considering the circumstances of his killing by Border Patrol agents. The fact that the footage on the phone is not available for public view, despite the prevalence of live-streaming technology, immediately triggers suspicion. The fact that access to a Signal Group Chat allegedly related to Pretti was somehow secured by Fox News the day after his death, suggests the phone had already been compromised.
One prominent theory is that the phone is currently in the custody of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The article in question, titled “the far-left network that helped put Alex Pretti in harm’s way,” points to the phone as the likely source of information. The potential for the phone to contain critical evidence, particularly video footage of the events leading up to his death, makes its whereabouts and condition of utmost importance. Adding to the gravity of the situation is the fact that his ID, which was seemingly not on his person, is also missing, and that his concealed carry permit has been deemed invalid.
Another strong possibility is that the phone was seized with the intent to suppress or manipulate evidence. Past instances of misconduct by law enforcement, such as the alleged theft of an iPhone belonging to Arnoldo Bazan by ICE, fuel concerns that the phone could have been used to find dirt on Pretti. The scenario of the phone being sold, wiped clean, or even destroyed to protect the perpetrators looms large in this scenario.
The concern extends beyond the phone itself, encompassing potential interference with the investigation. The suggestion that evidence has been “hopelessly tainted” and that the footage on the phone could be “horrifying” reinforces the notion of a cover-up. The removal of the phone and the lack of footage raise a serious question on whether the investigation will be anything close to fair and independent. It’s no wonder that a number of sources believe it’s already been destroyed, if not that it’s been manipulated in some form. This is especially relevant given the perceived “ineptness” of the administration and the potential for evidence to be tampered with or erased.
A recurring theme is the perceived bias of those in charge, and their potential to manipulate the narrative surrounding Pretti’s death. The belief that they’re trying to paint him as a rule-breaker and that they may be attempting to plant false information on the phone serves to amplify the distrust. This further calls into question the integrity of the investigation and the likelihood of uncovering the truth.
In the face of these uncertainties, a common sentiment is a call for transparency. The need for a discreet, wearable, live-streaming camera is suggested, to provide some protection against potential abuses of power. The potential for Apple to provide access to Pretti’s iCloud account, if his family can access it, is also seen as a crucial way to retrieve potential evidence. The fact that the agents who killed him are still at large only adds to the urgency of finding the phone.
The absence of the phone, and of the footage it might have contained, speaks volumes. It speaks to a lack of trust in the authorities, a sense of injustice, and a fear that the truth will be obscured. The disappearance of Alex Pretti’s phone, and the circumstances surrounding it, remains a pivotal puzzle piece in understanding the circumstances of his death.