Threat Neutralized: Man Arrested for Plotting Del Mar City Hall Shooting

Del Mar, CA – In a swift and decisive action, authorities have apprehended a 36-year-old man suspected of making grave threats to launch a shooting attack on Del Mar City Hall and target specific city employees. The arrest of Adam Milton Bendorf, a resident of the area, brings a sense of relief following a weekend of alarming social media posts.

The unsettling threats came to light over the past weekend when Bendorf allegedly posted messages on social media indicating his intent to "shoot up" Del Mar City Hall.

Disturbingly, his threats reportedly extended to identifying individual city employees, raising immediate and serious concerns for public safety and the well-being of municipal staff.

Upon learning of the menacing posts, officials promptly notified the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department. Deputies from the North Coastal Station, along with specialists from the Criminal Intelligence Unit, launched an intensive investigation to trace the origin of the threats and identify the individual responsible.

Their diligent work quickly led them to Bendorf.

Bendorf was taken into custody on Monday evening, facing charges of felony criminal threats. The rapid response by law enforcement underscores the zero-tolerance policy for such dangerous rhetoric, especially when it targets public institutions and individuals.

In response to the credible nature of the threats, Del Mar City Hall implemented immediate security enhancements.

City staff were advised to work remotely as a precautionary measure, and security presence was visibly increased at the facility to ensure the safety of any essential personnel and the public. These measures were designed to mitigate any potential risk while the investigation unfolded.

The suspect is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday at the North County Regional Center.

The community now awaits further details as the legal process against Bendorf commences.

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the serious implications of online threats and the commitment of law enforcement to protect public spaces and civil servants from potential violence. The collaborative effort between city officials and the Sheriff's Department ensured that a serious threat was neutralized before it could escalate.