A violent incident unfolded Wednesday night at the Newark office of Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba, in which an individual forced entry, destroyed property and fled the scene, officials say.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the investigation, condemning the attack and pledging full pursuit of the suspect. According to reports, the intruder initially arrived with a weapon, was denied entry, later returned unarmed and gained access through security. Once inside, the person vandalised the office before escaping.
Habba, a former attorney for Donald Trump serving in a temporary federal post, was unharmed and said she would not be intimidated from doing her job. Bondi stressed that any violence targeting federal officers will not be tolerated and affirmed the federal prosecutorial teams will be protected under law.
The case adds to a rising trend of threats and attacks aimed at public officials and law enforcement personnel, prompting officials to heighten protective measures around prosecutorial offices.