FBI agents face gunfire during San Diego drug gang sweep

Federal Bureau of Investigation agents came under fire while carrying out a crime sweep in San Diego County, the New York Post reported. Law enforcement officers arrested 35 suspects and seized cash, drugs, and firearms during the operation against an alleged drug network linked to the Mexican Mafia. [1]

The shooting occurred at 6:10 a.m. on Wednesday as federal agents attempted to serve an arrest warrant at a residence in Lemon Grove, according to the Justice Department. After agents announced their presence, several gunshots were fired at them from a door and a window. [1]

Agents briefly returned fire before pulling back to a secure location, the New York Post reported. No injuries were reported from the exchange of gunfire. Tactical officers later surrounded the building, and the suspect eventually came outside and was taken into custody. [1]