Special Agent Julie Yvonne Cross

Special Agent Julie Yvonne Cross

United States Department of the Treasury - United States Secret Service, U.S. Government

End of Watch Wednesday, June 4, 1980

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Julie Yvonne Cross

Agent Julie Cross was shot and killed during a robbery attempt while she and her partner were working undercover monitoring a counterfeit suspect. The two assailants in the shooting were unrelated to the agents' investigation.

Agent Cross' killer was captured 12 years later, convicted of murder, and sentenced to death.

Agent Cross had been in law enforcement for two years, with the San Diego Police Department, prior to being hired by the U.S Secret Service in San Diego. She had just been assigned to the Los Angeles Field Office when the incident occurred near the Los Angeles Airport around 88th St. and Belford Ave.

Bio

  • Age 26
  • Tour 2 years
  • Badge Not available

Incident Details

  • Cause Gunfire
  • Location California
  • Weapon Gun; Unknown type
  • Offender Sentenced to death

robbery attempt, undercover

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Agent Cross - your service and dedication to the cause of justice will never be forgotten! God Bless you and your family always.

Richard J. Sachs
Supervising Deputy District Attorney
San Diego County District Attorney (retired)

June 23, 2021

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