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FBI Serves Search Warrants at Lancaster City Hall

Law enforcement sources say the raids are part of a long-term federal public corruption probe, while officials have not disclosed the specific allegations.

  • On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, The FBI executed coordinated searches at Lancaster City Hall and multiple private residences, though officials have not disclosed the investigation's specific nature.
  • Law enforcement sources indicated these actions stem from a long-term federal public corruption probe; Lancaster Mayor Rex Parris noted he has spoken about this investigation during past City Council meetings.
  • Agents served warrants at the homes of Lancaster Vice Mayor Marvin Crist and Councilmember Raj Malhi, as well as a property in Bel Air.
  • Laura Eimiller, a spokeswoman for The FBI, stated that court-sealed affidavits prevent the bureau from discussing specific allegations, while a spokesman for the attorney's office confirmed the operation is judicially approved.
  • City-Hired lawyers are reviewing the scope of federal requests; Parris stated the city previously received a "clean bill of health" regarding the investigation, which reportedly includes a Christmas bike giveaway.
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NBC LA broke the news in Los Angeles, United States on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
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