Two suspects arrested after SF mayor's security officers injured in Tenderloin altercation; Lurie unharmed San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie’s security detail was involved in a confrontation in the Tenderloin District on Thursday night, resulting in minor injuries to two officers. The mayor was not harmed, according to police. The incident occurred around 5:40 p.m. near Cedar and Polk streets after the mayor’s vehicle was blocked by individuals. The altercation began when the mayor stopped to address the situation, asking the individuals to move. One complied initially but later engaged in a physical struggle with a security officer, who sustained injuries. A second officer arrived to assist, and additional SFPD backup arrived to de-escalate the situation. The mayor’s office confirmed he was not involved in the scuffle. Two suspects were arrested on Friday: Tony Phillips, 44, and Abraham Simon, 33. Phillips faces multiple charges, including assault with a deadly weapon, resisting a peace officer, and a drug-related offense. He was previously arrested in 2019 on suspicion of murder, though those charges were later dropped. Simon is charged with obstructing a peace officer, an out-of-county drug warrant, and being under the influence of a controlled substance. The mayor’s office released a statement emphasizing gratitude for the officers’ quick response and their role in ensuring public safety. “We appreciate our SFPD officers for their quick response and for keeping our city safe every day,” the office said. The president of the San Francisco Police Officers Association praised the security detail for their “swift and courageous” actions, calling the situation “dangerous and unpredictable.” Lurie addressed the incident on Friday, expressing relief that his security team was unharmed.#san_francisco #san_francisco_police_department #daniel_lurie #tenderloin #sfpd
