American Nurses Association Statement concerning Alex Pretti:

"SILVER SPRING, MD – The American Nurses Association (ANA) is deeply disturbed and saddened to learn of the death of Alex Pretti, a registered nurse, in Minneapolis earlier today. We extend our condolences to Alex’s loved ones, colleagues, and the community at large.

ANA condemns violence in our communities. The seriousness of this incident and others demand transparency and accountability. ANA calls for a full, unencumbered investigation, and urges that findings be shared promptly and clearly so Alex’s loved ones and the public have answers.

One in four nurses already experience workplace violence. As incidents with federal law enforcement continue to rise across the country, we are deeply concerned for the safety of nurses, both on the job and in the communities they serve.

Nurses are advocates for the safety and well-being of their communities. They enter this profession to heal, to protect human life, and to show up for people in their most vulnerable moments. ANA remains committed to preventing violence in the workplace and in our communities, and to advancing meaningful protections that safeguard healthcare workers and the public." - ANA

I find it ironic that this message states that "one in four nurse's face workplace violence" when their member, Mr. Pretti, was committing workplace violence against Federal Agents when he met his demise.

I don't know what the percentage of workplace violence is for The Boarder Patrol but I would guess it's greater than 25%. Mr. Pretti should have stayed home.