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A Secret Service agent in the United States was a victim of armed robbery over the weekend in Southern California, coinciding with President Joe Biden's presence in Los Angeles for a prominent re-election fundraiser, officials confirmed on Monday.

The Tustin Police Department responded to a report of a possible robbery at approximately 9:36 p.m. on Saturday within a residential area of Orange County, situated on the grounds of a former military base. Upon arrival, officers found that the victim was a Secret Service agent who had been robbed at gunpoint, prompting the agent to discharge a firearm during the altercation. The extent of any injuries resulting from the incident, including those of the suspects involved, remains undisclosed. As of the latest update, no suspects have been apprehended, although some of the agent’s personal items were recovered nearby, suggesting a hasty retreat by the perpetrators.

The robbery occurred concurrently with President Biden's attendance at a highly publicized re-election fundraiser in downtown Los Angeles, where former President Barack Obama also made an appearance. The event, which drew celebrities such as George Clooney, Julia Roberts, and Barbra Streisand, reportedly raised at least $28 million for Biden's campaign, underscoring its significance in fundraising efforts.

Details regarding whether the Secret Service agent was on duty to protect President Biden or former President Obama have not been disclosed by the Tustin Police Department, which has refrained from identifying the agent involved in the incident.

The occurrence underscores persistent security concerns even in ostensibly secure environments like former military bases converted to residential areas. The U.S. Secret Service, tasked with safeguarding both current and former Presidents, has not issued a statement or responded to inquiries regarding the incident.

Further developments in the investigation are anticipated, with local law enforcement collaborating with federal authorities to apprehend suspects and clarify the circumstances surrounding the robbery. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the unforeseeable risks encountered by those tasked with safeguarding national leaders.