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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Politics
- Daily Mail
Florida sheriff threatens to KILL protesters who turn violent: 'Graveyard dead'
A no-nonsense Florida sheriff has issued an extraordinary warning by telling protesters that authorities will shoot them dead without hesitation if they commit violence. Violent protests have erupted around the nation inspired by rioters in Los Angeles taking a stand against President Donald Trump and his Immigration Enforcement agents. But in Florida, Sheriff Wayne Ivey laid down the law with a chilling warning that his officers 'are not gonna play' ahead of a scheduled demonstration this weekend. 'If you throw a brick, a firebomb, or point a gun at one of our deputies, we will be notifying your family where to collect your remains at. Because we will kill you, graveyard dead,' he said. Ivey went on to explain in great detail what he meant by 'turn violent', breaking down what punishment each individual offense could carry. 'If you resist lawful orders, you're going to jail,' he said. 'If you block an intersection or a roadway, you're going to jail. 'If you flee arrest, you're going to go to jail tired, because we are going to run you down and put you to jail. 'If you try to mob roll a car... gathering around and refusing to let the driver leave, in our county you're most likely going to get run over and dragged across the street. 'If you spit on us, you're going to the hospital, and then jail. If you hit one of us, you're going to the hospital, and then jail, and most likely bitten by one of our big, beautiful dogs here.' Ivey's comments attracted praise from MAGA loyalists who celebrated his commitment to 'upholding the law.' 'That's it.. I'm moving to Florida,' one supporter said. 'This man is the GOAT [greatest of all time].' 'This is how you keep order,' another said, in an apparent reference to Trump's repeated criticism of California's Democrat Governor Gavin Newsom. Newsom has been locked in a war of words with Trump over his handling of riots in LA, insisting that Trump's decision to deploy 700 Marines and 4,100 National Guard troops had made the violence worse. Trump hit back and insisted: 'We will not allow an American city to be invaded and conquered by a foreign enemy.' The riots in LA started last Friday on the back of ICE raids across the city. In the days since, new protests have flared across the country. Volatile protests prompted city officials to enforce curfews in Los Angeles and Spokane. And Republican governors in Texas and Missouri mobilized National Guard troops to be ready to help law enforcement manages demonstrations in those states. Activists are planning 'No Kings' events across the country on Saturday to coincide with Trump's planned military parade in Washington, DC. The Trump administration said immigration raids and deportations will continue regardless. In Las Vegas 94 people were arrested on 'various criminal and traffic' charges, and four officers were injured in a Wednesday night protest. Some in the estimated crowd of about 800 threw bottles and rocks at law enforcement, police said. Meanwhile hundreds of protesters marched through downtown Seattle Wednesday evening to a federal building where immigration cases are heard. Some of them dragged a dumpster nearby and set it on fire. The building was covered in graffiti, with 'Abolish ICE Now' written in large letters across its front window. They moved electric bikes and cones to block its entrance. Tuscon, Arizona and San Antonio, Texas have also been hotbeds of protest this week. But authorities across the nation have now set their sights on the No Kings protests scheduled for 2,000 locations across the country this weekend. Trump's critics are rallying against a military parade in Washington to mark the Army's 250th anniversary, which coincides with Trump's 79th birthday. The No Kings Day of Defiance is expected to be the largest single-day mobilization since Trump returned to office, organizers said. Organizers said they are preparing for millions of people to take to the streets across all 50 states.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Yahoo
Bond denied for Florida man accused of shooting at Brevard County deputies
The Brief A man is behind bars for allegedly shooting around 50 rounds at Brevard County deputies. Thomas Scott was not granted bond on Wednesday due to a judge's concern he was a threat to public safety if released. Back at his home, on U.S. 1, in Port St. John is a ton of graffiti he's put up himself, going after Sheriff Wayne Ivey. ORLANDO, Fla. - A Brevard County man accused of firing roughly 50 rounds at deputies from inside his graffiti-covered home was denied bond Wednesday, with a judge citing public safety concerns. What we know The sheriff says his deputies were first called out on Tuesday morning because he called 911 saying he was going to be shot. However, when deputies arrived, they said Thomas Scott was already shooting from inside his home. Negotiations lasted for hours, and part of U.S. Highway 1 was shut down due to concerns drivers could be impacted by gunfire. Scott surrendered peacefully when SWAT arrived. The sheriff posted an update on the case on Facebook where he explained what happened and his frustration with how his deputies were put in danger. Back at the suspect's home, it's covered in spray paint with most of it targeting Sheriff Wayne Ivey and telling voters to get involved. The sheriff said he has no idea what his beef with his agency is but said he has a problem with the suspect because he shot at deputies. He is facing multiple charges, including seven counts of aggravated assault upon a law enforcement officer, discharging a firearm in public, shooting/throwing a deadly missile into a structure and resisting without violence. He was denied bond during his first appearance on Wednesday. What we don't know It's unclear why Scott called 911 in the first place or shot at deputies. The sheriff said it's unclear why he doesn't like the sheriff's office. What they're saying Thomas Scott is facing multiple felony charges, including seven counts of aggravated assault on a law enforcement officer. "If you shoot at your deputies, you're lucky you go to jail," said Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey. During his first court appearance, a public defender did not contest the prosecution's recommendation to keep Scott in jail without bond. "Based on the facts, your Honor, I would have no argument," said the public defender representing Scott when the judge asked about keeping the suspect held without bond. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source FOX 35's Reporter Esther Bower watched the sheriff's Facebook video on May 20, 2025, discussing the details of the incident. She read the charging documents on May 21, 2025, and watched the suspect's first appearance at the county jail. She was also sent video from the sheriff's office of the moments the suspect surrendered.
