A Secret Service agent was robbed at gunpoint in Tustin, California, during President Joe Biden‘s visit to the state for a high-profile fundraiser. The incident occurred on Saturday, June 15, shortly after 9:30pm, while President Biden attended a star-studded event in Los Angeles.
The Tustin Police Department responded to a robbery report at the Tustin Fields 1 residential community.Upon arrival, officers found that a Secret Service agent had been the victim, with his bag stolen at gunpoint. During the robbery, there was an agent-involved shooting, though details about any injuries remain unclear. The Secret Service said they were unsure if anyone was shot.
Authorities are searching for a silver 2004-2006 Infiniti FX35 or a similar vehicle seen leaving the scene. Some of the agent’s belongings were recovered nearby, and the investigation is ongoing. The police have stated there is no known threat to the public and are seeking assistance from anyone with information about the incident. Individuals can contact the Tustin Police Department at 714-573-3372.
Biden and former President Barack Obama were in Los Angeles for a campaign fundraiser at the Peacock Theater, where attendees included celebrities like George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Barbra Streisand. The event reportedly raised over $30 million, with ticket prices ranging from $250 to $500,000.