Washington Woman Charged for Threatening to Kill FBI Agent and Family

Brenna Marie Doyle, 18, used stolen ID from agent's vandalized vehicle during Minneapolis unrest to make death threats.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 1:07pm

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An 18-year-old woman from Spokane, Washington has been charged with threatening to murder a federal law enforcement officer and his immediate family members. Brenna Marie Doyle allegedly used identification documents stolen from an FBI agent's vehicle that was vandalized during recent unrest in Minneapolis to make the disturbing threats.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces with protecting their personnel and property, especially in the wake of civil unrest and anti-government sentiment. It also raises concerns about the security of government vehicles and the potential for stolen identification to be misused for criminal purposes.

The details

According to the FBI and prosecutors, Doyle left three threatening voicemails, stating she would kill the FBI agent, his wife, and child due to the agent's employment in Minnesota. Doyle was arrested by FBI agents in Spokane after making the threats. She remains in federal custody ahead of hearings in both Spokane and Minnesota.

  • On January 14, agents' vehicles were vandalized and government property stolen during unrest in north Minneapolis.
  • That same week, Raul Gutierrez, 33, of Minneapolis was charged with illegal gun possession and theft for allegedly breaking into an FBI vehicle and stealing a rifle.

The players

Brenna Marie Doyle

An 18-year-old woman from Spokane, Washington who has been charged with threatening to murder a federal law enforcement officer and his immediate family members.

Raul Gutierrez

A 33-year-old Minneapolis man who was charged with illegal gun possession and theft for allegedly breaking into an FBI vehicle and stealing a rifle during the unrest in the city.

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What they’re saying

“Threatening law enforcement will never be tolerated. Nor will destroying and looting government property paid for by taxpayers.”

— Kash Patel, FBI Director

What’s next

Doyle will have a hearing in Spokane on January 28 before being transferred to Minnesota for a hearing there on February 9.

The takeaway

This case underscores the need for enhanced security measures to protect law enforcement personnel and government property, especially in the aftermath of civil unrest. It also highlights the serious consequences for individuals who threaten or attack federal agents.