Florida Man Arrested for Issuing Threats Against Senators, Officer, and Local Agency Amidst Disturbing Demands
Charlotte County, Fla. — A Florida man was arrested in Charlotte County after allegedly issuing threats against U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio, as well as a local police officer and a Jewish family services agency. The suspect, identified as Charles Bentley Jr., was taken into custody following a string of hostile emails and messages that targeted public figures and local entities. Authorities reported that Bentley’s aggressive communications began appearing in the inboxes of his chosen targets late last year. The emails, all originating from Bentley, included threats of violence and demands for substantial … Read more