Florida Sheriff Issues Violent Threats Ahead of Protests

Nueva York, Estados Unidos — In a charged address, Wayne Ivey, the sheriff of Brevard County, Florida, warned residents against participating in upcoming protests this Saturday, making grave threats against potential demonstrators.

“If you throw a brick, a Molotov cocktail, or aim a weapon at one of our officers, we will notify your family where to collect your remains,” Ivey stated. “Because we will kill you. Dead and buried. We are not playing around. This has to stop,” he emphasized, clarifying that violent protesters would face serious consequences.

Ivey’s message aligns with Florida’s aggressive stance against perceived threats to public order, especially regarding protests against anti-immigration policies. He further warned, “If you disobey legal orders, you will go to jail. Should you block a street in Brevard County, you will be jailed. If you flee upon arrest, you will go to jail.”

His announcements received backing from figures like Florida Attorney General James Uthemer, and Governor Ron DeSantis, both known for their hardline immigration rhetoric. DeSantis even suggested that drivers could legally run over protesters if their vehicles were surrounded. “If a crowd surrounds your vehicle and threatens you, you have the right to flee for safety, and if that results in hitting someone, that is their fault for obstructing you,” DeSantis said in a recent interview.

The sheriff’s threats drew criticism from civil rights groups, including the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), which labeled such comments as “violent and provocative.” They emphasized that protestors have the right to exercise their First Amendment rights and described the threats as “extremely un-American.”

Across the nation, protests are set to take place this Saturday under the banner of “No Kings,” aiming to criticize the Trump administration’s policies. Organizers expect massive turnout nationwide, with millions anticipated across over 1,500 events. This comes in similarity to threats earlier issued by former President Donald Trump, who warned of a “massive force” against those protesting.

Protest participants are determined to voice their frustrations against authoritarian policies and economic inequality. The movement is also amplified by ongoing rallies against the harsh treatment of immigrants in the United States.

As Floridians prepare for possible confrontation, the events reflect a growing national divide over immigration and protest rights, highlighting tensions ahead of the weekend’s demonstrations.