On Thursday, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi revealed that a man charged with felony assault for allegedly throwing a sandwich at a federal officer in Washington, D.C., formerly worked for the Department of Justice. The man, Sean Charles Dunn, 37, has since been fired.
Bondi emphasized that assaulting law enforcement is serious. In her social media statement, she made it clear that disrespect toward officers would have consequences.
Dunn held a position as an international affairs specialist within the DOJ’s criminal division. According to CNN, this incident has sparked discussions about accountability within federal agencies.
The altercation happened on a recent Sunday night when Dunn confronted U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Witnesses reported that he aggressively yelled at the officers before hurling a sandwich at one of them. After the incident, Dunn attempted to escape but was quickly apprehended.
During questioning, he admitted, “I did it. I threw a sandwich.” Video footage of the event became widely circulated, showing Dunn verbally attacking the officers before the sandwich was launched.
Jeanine Pirro, the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia, addressed the charges against Dunn, saying he “thought it was funny” but now faces a felony charge.
This incident occurred shortly after a controversial directive from former President Donald Trump to increase federal police presence in D.C. Despite claims of rising crime, statistics show that the city’s violent crime rate hit a 30-year low in 2024.
Reactions on social media have been mixed, with some users mocking the event while others suggest it highlights escalating tensions between certain community members and law enforcement.
As every incident like this unfolds, it underscores the complexities of policing and community relations. While a sandwich may seem trivial, it raises significant issues about respect and safety among those who serve and protect.
