Off-Duty Federal Agent Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Drunken Assault on Long Beach Officer

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agent appeared in a Los Angeles County courtroom Friday to face multiple felony charges stemming from an off-duty incident earlier this week in Long Beach, where he allegedly assaulted a police officer and resisted arrest while armed and intoxicated.

Isaiah Anthony Hodgson, 29, was charged with four felonies — including battery on a peace officer and resisting arrest — along with three misdemeanor firearm-related offenses, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced. The charges are connected to a Monday night incident at Shoreline Village, a waterfront shopping and dining destination.

According to prosecutors, Hodgson was intoxicated inside a restaurant when he followed a woman into the women’s restroom. The woman notified restaurant staff and reported that Hodgson was visibly armed with a handgun and a magazine.

Hodgson fled the restaurant soon after but was confronted outside by a security guard who observed him holding a magazine in one hand with the firearm tucked into his waistband. Despite multiple requests to leave the area, Hodgson reportedly refused to comply.

The Long Beach Police Department responded to the scene and encountered Hodgson in the parking lot. Officers noted he appeared intoxicated and was uncooperative. As they attempted to detain him, Hodgson allegedly resisted and became physically aggressive, injuring one officer during the struggle.

He was arrested at the scene and later released. His initial court appearance took place Friday, where the judge imposed several conditions on his release: Hodgson must surrender all firearms, remain in California, and attend at least three alcohol counseling sessions per week.

If convicted on all counts, Hodgson faces up to seven years in state prison.

Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman condemned the alleged behavior, calling it “unacceptable and deeply troubling.”

“No one is above the law, regardless of their position or badge,” Hochman said in a statement. “Law enforcement officers have a responsibility to always conduct themselves with integrity and professionalism. Our office will pursue prosecution accordingly to ensure justice is served.”

Hodgson is scheduled to return to court on July 17.