Florida man attacks police dog, threatens deputies: affidavit

PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Florida man was arrested for attacking a police dog and using Facebook to threaten law enforcement on Tuesday, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.

Matthew Mead, 38, requested to speak with a sergeant to “make sure law enforcement is on the same page as me,” to ensure he wouldn’t be pulled over for a suspended license.

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The suspect then warned authorities that the next deputy to pull him over would get shot, after expressing his “extreme discontent” with law enforcement following several traffic infractions which led to a $500 fine. These citations “added fuel” to his hatred for authorities, the report said.

During the call, officials said Mead made a post on Facebook, tagging the sheriff’s office saying, “It’s official! Extortion is going to meet bullets!! F*** that driver’s license…warning to pigs…make contact…get shot.”

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A police dog was sent to his vehicle to detain Mead, following a series of failed stun gun attempts, when he began striking the dog with a chair. The report said he grabbed the dog’s collar and harness, putting him into a headlock. ..............(more)

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