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Home»Human Interest»California Man Says Federal Agents Banged on His Door for 20 Minutes: ‘Bro You Need to Lay Low’

California Man Says Federal Agents Banged on His Door for 20 Minutes: ‘Bro You Need to Lay Low’

His morning took an unexpected federal turn

Gabriela JessicaBy Gabriela JessicaSeptember 18, 20263 Mins Read
California Man Says Federal Agents Banged on His Door for 20 Minutes: 'Bro You Need to Lay Low'
Image source: etchaskej via TikTok

A California man known online as Ed says two federal agents repeatedly banged loudly on his door for nearly 20 minutes while calling his name, then allegedly waited in a car outside his home for up to two hours. Ed described the encounter in a TikTok video, saying a neighbor alerted him that the agents remained nearby. He said his lawyer later intervened and advised him not to discuss further details.

@etchaskej

If law enforcement comes to your house, do NOT open the door; do NOT say anything other than to ask for a warrant. If they have one, ask them to slip it under the door and contact your attorney. If they have a lawfully executed warrant, they may enter your home anyway. However, if they don’t have a warrant, audibly say “I am exercising my right to remain silent, and I will not be making any statements without my attorney present.” Request that they leave their information and inform them that your attorney will reach out to them for a statement. Do NOT fall for their tactics— they have been trained to make you feel comfortable. Don’t be confrontational, but make sure you’re also not being naive. And again, federal dOxxing has specific criteria that I have NEVER met or violated nor would I ever, because I actually operate within the confines of the law and have no intention of doxxing anyone, nor would I ever condone violence. And yes, my lawyer gave me the thumbs up to post about my experience. #fbi #knowyourrights #etchaskej #edchoi #community

♬ original sound – Ed

The story was shared on Ed’s TikTok account, where he uses the username etchaskej. The video describes what Ed says happened at his home and warns viewers about encounters with federal law enforcement. He also thanked a neighbor who alerted him to the agents and later checked the area after they left.

According to Ed, his attorney was able to get the agents to back off. He said the agents told his lawyer they were there in connection with National Security Presidential Memorandum 7, or NSPM-7.

Ed denies engaging in doxing or violence, saying he has never doxed anyone or condoned violence. He said he showed the faces of ICE officers in his content because he believes law enforcement should be held accountable within the law.

He also alleged that the agents used tactics that created confusion and appealed to his emotions. Ed said that despite regularly discussing his rights online, the situation left him panicked enough that he briefly forgot about them. He encouraged viewers to contact a lawyer if federal law enforcement comes to their door and seek legal advice before speaking with agents.

Ed’s account describes his allegations and personal experience. The identities of the agents, the specific reason for their visit and whether the incident resulted in an investigation or legal action were not established in the material provided.

California Man Gets Overwhelming Online Support 

The video received a largely supportive reaction, with viewers expressing concern for Ed’s safety and thanking him for sharing the experience. Several commenters said the incident was frightening, while others encouraged him to stay safe and praised him for contacting his lawyer. One commenter wrote, “Bro, you need to lay low.”

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Other viewers said the situation was “insane” and “ridiculous,” while some focused on the importance of being cautious when someone arrives unexpectedly at their door. Several people also shared the video and expressed relief that Ed was safe. There was some skepticism as well. One commenter suggested the incident had to be a joke, prompting Ed to respond that he wished it were.

For Ed, the encounter became a warning about knowing your rights. For viewers, the loudest part of the story may have been the alleged 20 minutes of banging before anyone even got through the door.

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Gabriela has been writing game guides since 2023, mainly covering WuWa, Genshin Impact, and Honkai: Star Rail. She also loves exploring new titles, with favorites like Tears of the Kingdom, P5R, Stardew Valley, RDR2, The Witcher 3, WWM, and the RE4 Remake.

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