A shocking confrontation at a San Diego Costco has sparked allegations of a police cover-up. A federal officer claims he was subjected to a racist slur and physically assaulted by an off-duty police officer while shopping at the popular warehouse store. The alleged victim, who wishes to remain anonymous, is now accusing the San Diego Police Department of trying to sweep the incident under the rug. The officer's lawsuit alleges that the department is attempting to silence him and avoid accountability for the actions of one of its own.
A federal officer is alleging the San Diego Police Department is trying to cover up his confrontation with an off-duty officer at a Costco — who allegedly directed a racial slur at the officer and shoved him down.