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Armed Intruder Shot by Officers at Mar-a-Lago

2/22/2026

Summary

Story summary

A man, Austin Tucker Martin, 21, from North Carolina, was shot and killed by U.S. Secret Service agents and a Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputy after breaching Mar-a-Lago's perimeter on Feb. 22, 2026.
Martin entered property carrying a shotgun and a fuel can.
Ordered to drop his weapons, he dropped the gas can and raised the shotgun, prompting officers to fire.
The FBI leads the investigation.

History

Historical Context

In 1995, the U.S. Secret Service expanded its protective mission to include private residences like Mar-a-Lago, owned by Donald Trump. This change heightened security measures, reflecting growing concerns over threats to public figures. The 2026 armed breach by Austin Tucker Martin illustrates ongoing challenges in safeguarding high-profile properties, emphasizing the evolving nature of national security protocols in the face of potential violence.

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Story summary

A man, Austin Tucker Martin, 21, from North Carolina, was shot and killed by U.S. Secret Service agents and a Palm Beach County Sheriff's deputy after breaching Mar-a-Lago's perimeter on Feb. 22, 2026.
Martin entered property carrying a shotgun and a fuel can.
Ordered to drop his weapons, he dropped the gas can and raised the shotgun, prompting officers to fire.
The FBI leads the investigation.

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