Harry Heymann, a 45-year-old software developer, was arrested after attempting to remove illegal license plate covers from two unmarked Secret Service SUVs assigned to protect Emhoff.

During the altercation, Heymann damaged the rear license plate area of one vehicle and attempted to remove the license plate from another.

The incident escalated when Heymann confronted the Secret Service agents, leading to a vandalism charge against him.

A spokesperson for the Secret Service confirmed that no protectee was in danger during the incident.

Ella Emhoff, who is 25 years old and a model, had to leave the restaurant quickly with her friend after the incident.

Investigators believe Heymann may not have realized the vehicles belonged to the Secret Service or who they were protecting.

An incident involving Ella Emhoff, the stepdaughter of Vice President Kamala Harris, occurred on July 30, 2024, in Tribeca, New York, while she was dining at Bubby's restaurant.

NYPD charged Heymann with criminal mischief and obstruction of government administration, and his arraignment is pending.

Secret Service agents detained Heymann until local authorities arrived to take him into custody.

Heymann is associated with a group of citizen activists who address issues related to obstructed license plates used by drivers to evade tolls.

This incident occurs amid increased scrutiny on the Secret Service following a recent assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Citizen activists, like Gersh Kuntzman, have been working to restore obscured license plates, often targeting vehicles owned by law enforcement officials.