Nurses Hold Vigil for Alex Pretti, Fellow RN Shot by Federal Agents

Vigil for Alex Pretti

• 🕯️ Registered nurses in Southern California held a vigil in San Pedro to honor fellow RN Alex Pretti.
• 💔 Pretti, an ICU registered nurse, was shot and killed by federal immigration agents on January 24th.
• 📍 The vigil took place on 7th Street near Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center, a location significant to the nursing community.

Shared Experience and Outrage

• 🏥 Nurses expressed that Pretti's death felt personal, stating, "it could have been any one of us."
• 💬 They related to his final words, "Are you okay?", highlighting the shared caretaking nature of their profession.
• 🌍 The event emphasized that while Pretti died in Minnesota, his death resonated deeply within the immigrant community and the broader nursing profession nationwide.

Call for Safety and Action

• 🗣️ Attendees spoke out on behalf of Pretti, advocating for a safe environment for all, especially within immigrant communities.
• 🤝 Local clergy and elected officials, including Supervisor Janice Han, joined the nurses, underscoring the community's solidarity.
• ✊ Organizers stated this vigil was the first of many, aiming to continue speaking out for Pretti and raising awareness.
• 📢 Nurses believe their voices as caretakers may be heard, emphasizing their obligation to express concerns and advocate for safety.