Once inside four men with guns pointed at him stepped out of the shadows. He froze. The restaurant itself was ideal for their ambush. The doorway was set in and very little natural light came in from the street because of the blinds and the outdoor canopy. The décor of partitions afforded many locations that were suitable as cover. Three of the armed officers were arrayed in a 90 degree angle on the left side of the restaurant for a clear shot at whoever entered; the door opened inwards and was hinged on the right. The fourth armed officer, who was closest to Frederiksen, was apparently the one who would open the door to Calderón. He stepped forward towards Frederiksen, while gesturing to the others: “Alright, lads. Guns away” he commanded. “Good morning, Mr. Frederiksen. My name is Wilkins, please follow me” and the officer led the owner to his own office at the back of the restaurant. Inside he was surprised to find a fifth officer (equally well-armed and protected).
