Still, he fell victim to the “perfect victim” complex — an unrealistic standard where victims are only worthy of empathy if they’re obviously weak, completely virtuous and attacked by a stranger. After Floyd’s trial, many blamed the “perfect victim” complex for making Floyd a martyr when he didn’t have a choice. “Keith Porter constantly being left out the conversation is why the concept of a ‘perfect victim’ is so detrimental,” @TanelleIrene said on X. Fast forward to Pretti’s death, where once again the notion of a perfect victim is coming into play. In her eyes, Pretti is the “perfect victim,” unlike the narrative being spun about him by the Department of Homeland Security.