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FBI Agents Shot at During Early-Morning Raid in Lemon Grove, California
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Incident Overview
On the morning of October 28, 2026, FBI agents conducted a court-authorized law-enforcement operation on Glebe Street in Lemon Grove, California. While attempting to persuade two occupants to surrender, agents were fired upon from inside the residence. The exchange lasted nearly two hours and involved flash-bang devices and repeated gunfire. No FBI agents were injured, and the agency has not disclosed whether any other individuals were hurt.
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On-the-Ground Accounts
Neighbors reported seeing dozens of law-enforcement vehicles arrive shortly after 6 a.m. and hearing an officer announce that authorities possessed a warrant. Haylee Donahue, a nearby resident, said she heard a woman inside the home and observed agents from the FBI, the Drug Enforcement Administration, and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department. After the prolonged standoff, a man identified by witnesses as David emerged with his hands raised, while a woman remained inside.
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Official Statements & Response
The FBI confirmed that agents were conducting “court-authorized law-enforcement” activity and that the scene remains under investigation. The agency emphasized that agents will stay at the location for the foreseeable future, that there is no immediate danger to the surrounding community, and that the review will follow a “well-established, thorough, and objective process.” The FBI asked the public for patience while evidence is collected.
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Verbatim Quote
“There's a female inside now that they’re trying to get.” — The FBI
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Data & Statistics
- Date of incident: October 28, 2026
- Location: Glebe Street, Lemon Grove, California
- Law-enforcement presence: dozens of officers, including FBI, DEA, and San Diego County Sheriff’s personnel
- Duration of engagement: nearly two hours
- Injuries: none reported among FBI agents
The investigation continues as authorities work to determine the circumstances that led to the shooting and to identify the occupants involved.