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 near the Los Angeles Airport around 88th St. and Belford Ave. The two assailants in the shooting were unrelated to the agents' investigation.

At 9:15 p.m., Agent Cross and her partner were in their unmarked car when two subjects approached them. Even though Agent Cross and her partner identified themselves as officers, the men kept their weapons on the officers. Agent Cross' partner struggled with one man while Agent Cross struggled with the other subject. The subject disarmed her and shot her as she tried to flee into the back of the car. Both subjects fled.

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.

Bio

Age 26
Tour 2 years
Badge Not available

Incident Details

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

robbery, undercover

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I remember Julie from high school. I would have never guessed she became a police officer and was promoted to a secret service agent. In high school, she seemed rough a d tough. I would love to learn how she came about becoming a police officer and secret service agent. I am amazed every day that we never know what young high school kids can become and how important it not to judge our kids! It is so sad her life was cut short on that horrible night. Rest in peace, Julie . You made us Titans proud!

Toni Morrill

July 29, 2024