Three people have been arrested after allegedly making online threats against the Volusia County Sheriff over comments he made against a neo-Nazi hate group
Earlier this year, Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood addressed a spike in antisemitic fliers and messages on literature and banners, including at the Daytona International Speedway during races. Shortly after, Chitwood became the target of an antisemitic group. In a February news conference, Chitwood called them a “radical group of cowardly scumbags.” “These scumbags came to the wrong county,” Chitwood added. “We have unity in this county.
On Thursday, Cristhian Zapata, 23, was arrested in Connecticut for threats made on 4chan against the sheriff, according to a release. Zapata allegedly posted to 4chan on April 7, “I will kill Chitwood, Mark my words,” the release said. He told police he made the post after hearing about recent events in Florida, the release continued. Zapata remains in custody in Connecticut pending extradition to Volusia County. It is unknown if he has an attorney.
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