Border Patrol agent shoots, kills attacker during fight at border in San Diego

Townhall Staff | Jun 22, 2011

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A Border Patrol agent Tuesday night shot and killed a rock-throwing assailant during a melee that took place as agents attempted to arrest migrants crossing illegally into the United States, the San Diego Police Department said.

The shooting occurred about 7:25 p.m. east of Dairy Mart Road, a popular spot for illegal crossing, police said.