Customs and Border Protection officials have confirmed that Sullivan is a civilian employee assigned to the Tucson Border Patrol Sector. Sullivan joined the CBP in 2022 as an employee.
According to a statement by CBP, the agency emphasizes the importance of honor and integrity in carrying out their mission. The majority of CBP employees and officers work diligently to ensure the safety of our country, demonstrating commendable dedication. CBP has a zero-tolerance policy for corruption or abuse within its ranks and fully cooperates with all investigations, whether criminal or administrative, into alleged misconduct by any of its personnel, regardless of whether it occurs while on duty or off duty.
UPDATE – 4:20 p.m.
According to an interim complaint received by KGUN 9, Timothy Sullivan has been arrested and charged with 19 counts.
Sullivan summoned his elder sons to bid farewell to their mother. Subsequently, as the wife and daughter were departing the house, Sullivan discharged at least one round.
As the police arrived at the scene, they could hear the sound of gunshots emanating from within the house.
Sullivan emerged from the house, gripping a gun in each hand, and proceeded to unleash a volley of bullets in the direction of the officer.
After some time, Sullivan decided to instruct the officer to shoot him, but eventually, he lowered his weapons.
Sullivan was apprehended by the officers, who questioned him about the shooting incident. He vehemently denied shooting at the officers and claimed that his statement about killing his wife was merely figurative in nature.
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A news release from the Marana Police Department states that a 48-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday night on charges of aggravated assault, endangerment, and domestic violence.
According to a statement released by the MPD, Timothy Sullivan, the suspect, discharged multiple rounds as law enforcement officers were en route to a residence on W. Moonfire Court. The location of the incident was in close proximity to the intersection of North Silverbell and West Twin Peaks Roads.
According to the news release, the individuals inside the residence were able to evacuate safely.
According to MPD, Sullivan allegedly discharged additional rounds both inside and outside the dwelling upon the arrival of the officers. Eventually, he was apprehended and taken into custody at the Pima County Adult Detention Center. Fortunately, no injuries were reported by Marana Police during the incident.