DOJ Terminates Employee for Assaulting Federal Officer in Washington, DC
Introduction
The Department of Justice has terminated an employee after he was charged with assaulting a U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer in Washington, DC. The incident was captured on video and shared on social media by FBI Director Kash Patel, showing the man throwing a Subway sandwich at the officer.
Key Details
The man, identified as 25-year-old Nathan Durland, was arrested and charged with assaulting a federal officer and disorderly conduct. According to court documents, Durland became agitated after he was asked to step back from the officer during a routine inspection. He then threw the sandwich at the officer, hitting him in the face. The officer sustained minor injuries and Durland was taken into custody.
Impact
This incident raises concerns about the safety of federal officers and the consequences of assaulting them. It also brings attention to the need for proper training and de-escalation techniques to handle disruptive or aggressive individuals. The DOJ's decision to terminate Durland sends a clear message that such behavior will not be tolerated and that there are serious consequences for those who choose to act violently towards law enforcement officers.
