Officers fired 110 rounds of ammunition at the man suspected of killing a sheriff's deputy, according to an autopsy and records released by the sheriff's office Saturday. A sergeant and an officer from the Lakeland Police Department were also fired at, authorities said. Judd is perhaps best known for his explanation in 2018 as to why a fleeing fugitive was shot 68 times. "I suspect the only reason 110 rounds was all that was fired was that's all the ammunition they had," Judd said. That's what should change." you can expect to be shot in Polk County! Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. If you start pointing guns at us, you can not only plan on, These no good Black cops in this country will do anything to keep jobs they are not qualified to have in the first place. Now here's the kicker: Asked why they shot the guy 68 times, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd told the Orlando Sentinel get this. It will be a one-stop shop for patriots committed to an American revival. Diogi, his German shepherd police dog, was also killed. Sheriff Judd was featured in a PoliceOne article, Americas favorite sheriff talks about cops, criminals and his 50-year career[29] where he shared about serving the Polk County Sheriff's Office and the citizens of Polk County during his career spanning 50 years. 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Here is a Snope report all about it for those in doubt but a quick search will provide you will all the answers you need. Well, we threw a bunch of aces on ol' King, As the first employee under the age of 21 in the department, he was required to get his father to purchase his ammunition. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. The deputy was shot eight times, including once behind his right ear at close range. Diogi, his German shepherd police dog, was also killed. Modern day lynching in Florida: Racist cops shot suspect 68 times officers fired and hit the guy 68 times. [24] In 2019, Judd was appointed by the National Sheriffs' Association to serve on the School Safety and Security Committee.[25]. A $40,000 reward had been offered for information on the suspect. Asked by a reporter about the number of shots, Judd responded, "That's all the bullets we had, or we would have shot him more. A perimeter of two to three square miles stretching from Memorial Boulevard to I-4 was set up. Turning Traffic stop into drug burst [22], Sheriff Judd was elected President of the Florida Sheriffs Association in 2013. Townsend, Billy. "Logan Hale, you are on your way to jail. LAKELAND, Florida (AP) -- Officers fired 110 rounds of ammunition at the man suspected of killing a sheriff's deputy, according to an autopsy and records released by the sheriff's office Saturday. every gun in the whole universe -- let me take you back [to 1995] to what happened in Oklahoma City As soon as he took a shot at the SWAT team, officers opened fire on him. When he returned fire, the suspect ran back into the woods, Judd said. Ju Als Lesson: How to Learn about Other People or Is Nancy Pelosi a Nazi? A K-9 officer, a German Shepherd named Diogi, also was killed. During the traffic stop, Speirs went back to his car and returned several times to talk to the man, who was driving a rental car. He undergoes emergency surgery, "We've also developed through witnesses that his name is possibly Alex or Andrew Cloxton or Angleo Freeland," Judd said. Snopes and the Snopes.com logo are registered service marks of Snopes.com, A sheriff attributed a suspect's being shot 68 times to "that's all the bullets we had. [3] He was awarded two honorary doctorates. "There's always room in our Cross-Bar Hotel. The sheriffs deputy was shot eight (8) times including behind his right ear at close range. Tampa Tribune. Authorities say he raised the gun belonging to the deputy he had killed, prompting nine officers to fire. I meant every word of it then, and I mean every word of it now. The low-life piece of human garbage was found hiding in a wooded area with his gun. [2022/05/27 press-conference video, YouTube 9Qovb9uY08]. Altogether, nine officers fired 110 The issue is evil, deranged, human conduct. "It is so thick in that particular area you could literally walk by him close enough to touch him and not be able to see him," the sheriff said. "Logan Hale, you are on your way to jail. Those parts are for sure true. [2016/10/05, Operation Fall Sweep], "Having a gun in your hand is much better than having the sheriff's office on the phone.". Your membership is the foundation of our sustainability and resilience. And that's my recommendation to other people." ", In response to the Florida Civil Rights Association's complaint that the police had shown disregard for human life when they shot Angilo Freeland after an all-night manhunt, the U.S. Department of Justice asked the FBI to look into the matter. "We can live in denial as long as we want to. Ten SWAT officers surrounded Freeland on Friday as he hid beneath brush and a fallen tree in a rural area. Click here to read FNC correspondent Steve Harrigan's on-the-scene blog, Click here to visit FOXNews.com's Crime Center. He also was suspected of wounding a deputy and killing a police dog. [late 2021], "Become proficient, get a concealed firearms license, and carry your gun. Sheriff Grady Judd of Polk Country, Florida warned parents that Walt Disney World is run by pedophiles and predators during an interview with WKMG-TV on Sunday, while announcing the results of Operation Child Predator II, which was conducted by the Polk County Sheriffs Office in conjunction with the Auburndale Police Department and Winter Where are those Judds exact words? The driver, who said he didn't have a driver's license, gave Speirs a false ID. He lived at a home on Canon Street in Lakeland about seven years ago. Because, the people of Polk County like guns, they have guns, I encourage them to own guns. We're gonna track down this narcotics group.". When they found him hiding under a fallen tree, instead of giving him the opportunity to surrender, they riddled his body with bullets like they did so many innocent Blacks during the era of lynching in the South. Speirs was hit by one of Freelands bullets in the leg and radioed for backup. Maybe you'll make bail. But we're giving [forced to by Federal government], to a DRUG DEALER, By Noble Johns With the generous support of readers like you, Times of San Diego publishes timely and accurate news coverage for a better-informed community. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Webber International University presented Judd with an Honorary Doctorate of Business in 2015, and Warner University presented him with an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Studies in 2020. 'We are prepared for a gunfight if he wants a gunfight.". There's nothing about politically correct when [video], Sheriff Judd loves to write poetry: [8][9] Judd served as an adjunct professor at the University of South Florida and Florida Southern College.[3]. Furthermore, police say Freeland shot Williams eight times, including in the head, took the deputy's handgun and ammunition, and continued to hide in the woods. I think good honest citizens, who care enough to learn how to handle guns, It was believed that Diogi may have attacked the suspect before being shot, and deputies also returned fire at the suspect. "That's all the bullets we had! And when he does that, it's the last thing he does. The SWAT team fired 110 shots, 68 of which found their target. "You wanna know something else you can't believe? -- did they pay attention to that law? The police were justified in what they did. The suspect got nervous and bolted into the woods, officials said. "I want the people to know who have dealt drugs with him, this is over," Judd said. here illegally, and they're getting federal assistance. He was described as a black male, 6-feet-tall, wearing a white or light khaki T-shirt and dark pants and having a "Jamaican" accent. Help us grow with a Another case of underestimating the ammo requirements. [23] Prior to that, he served as chair for the FSA Board of Directors and held the positions of treasurer, secretary, and vice president. Crow was appointed by Governor Bob Martinez in 1987 and served until Judd was sworn into office. He was just her son and father of 7- and 8-year-old daughters. "[To looters] I would tell them, if you value your life, Angilo Freeland handed Deputy Speirs a fraudulently obtained drivers license bearing another mans name, something about the proffered ID bothered Speirs, so he called for backup. The dog had been shot once in the chest. Judd said police still have not been able to establish the identity of the man who was shot, but expressed confidence that he was their suspect in Thursday's traffic stop that resulted in the death of Deputy Vernon Matthew "Matt" Williams and his police dog "Diogi." Also, the coroner did, in fact, deem Freelands death of natural causes, because yesWhen you are shot 68 times you are naturally gonna die.. The SWAT officers who shot Freeland have been placed on paid administrative leave, standard procedure in all police shootings. We strive to bring our readers a balanced content, however our writers and articles are selected because of their Conservative political and social leanings. He was there to make a very special delivery to an elderly resident. The legislators all run to the podium playing politics -- shame on them! Legal Statement. Now here's the kicker. 3 East Texans accused in multi-state deer poaching ring, Affidavit: Fired Three Lakes Middle School teacher had sex with student, Wreck blocking on Hwy 155 near SSW loop 323 in Tyler has cleared. They hit the guy 68 times. God bless Sheriff Judd! A version that began circulating in July 2009 changed Asked why they shot the guy 68 times to Asked why they shot the poor undocumented immigrant 68 times. A December 2009 version concluded: The Coroner also reported that the illegal alien died of natural causes. A sergeant and an officer from the Lakeland Police Department were also fired at, authorities said. POLK COUNTY FLORIDA "HONEST" SHERIFF GRADY JUDD. Freeland remained under the oak tree overnight, where a 10-member SWAT team found him the next morning. Speirs, a six-year-veteran of the sheriff's office, was hit in the leg. He chose his end because he didn't show both hands," the sheriff said. Sheriff Judd has a swagger about him as he regales the press with tales of justice being served. The two exchanged fire, and the deputy was wounded in the leg. Jeb Bush should appoint an independent investigator for the shooting as Freeland's family and the Orlando-based Florida Civil Rights Association have requested. Technically only 68 of them hit the suspect, so semantics. Orlando Sentinel. Judd gained publicity as a sheriff with his "tell it how it is" demeanor. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd certainly doesn't think the officers used excessive force when they shot Freeland 68 times. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Freeland briefly appeared at the perimeter of the woods to fire at the officers but then took cover again. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. They hit the guy 68 times. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd certainly doesn't think the officers used excessive force when they shot Freeland 68 times. Freeland's death ended a nearly 24-hour manhunt that forced schools to lock down and families to stay indoors as about 500 officers scoured the woods. The two officers and the K9 persued him. Judd said a book containing drug transactions was also found inside the rental car. That's not the issue. Judd says there have been 18 recent incidents involving counterfeit cash . 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. ". They will terrorize the whole Black community just to try and stop a few drug dealers. [19], Judd again faced write-in candidate Michael Lashman, a flooring contractor from Lakeland, in his third campaign for Sheriff. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd explained Deputy Blane Lane died in the line of duty after being accidentally hit by another deputy's round. Angilo Freeland who was suspected of fatally shooting the deputy after being pulled over for speeding Thursday was hit 68 times by the SWAT team members' shots, the examination showed. Angilo Freeland who was suspected of fatally shooting the deputy after being pulled over for speeding Thursday was hit 68 times by the SWAT team members' shots, the examination released Saturday showed. Speirs went in about 200 to 300 feet, then returned to meet arriving officers and set up a perimeter. Shannon Coombs Steve Edmonds POS 2112 State and Local Government 4 May, 2015 WHY 68 TIMES WE RAN OUT OF Grady Judd Age. He may be shot or bitten, Judd said. Every available unit and canine team descended on the area. The officer was not injured. [2018/02, advising arming teachers], "I not only have no regret, I'm pretty excited about telling you that's exactly what would've happened. Another deputy was wounded and a police dog killed. Which brings me to Freeland's family. Ten SWAT officers surrounded Freeland on Friday as he hid beneath brush and a fallen tree in a rural area. The Sheriff's Department provides public safety services to 4,200 square miles of unincorporated San Diego County, nine Theres no perfect solution when a school board suddenly needs to fill a vacancy: leave the seat empty until 2026, appoint someone to fill the seat, consolidate an election A warrant was issued for his arrest; but it sat unserved until March 2005, when the state attorney's office deemed it (along with 14 other warrants) "stale." Authorities say he raised the gun belonging to the deputy he had killed, prompting nine officers to fire. It's not the instruments -- it's the deranged persons. Big surprise, right? Afterwards, when called upon by the media to make a statement about the manhunt and its outcome, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd explained: "You have to understand, he had already shot and killed a deputy, he had already shot and killed a K-9, and he shot and injured another deputy. "We know that he has friends and associates in Polk County." He took cover in the densely forested area near a fallen oak tree that made him all but impossible to see. The SWAT officers who shot Freeland have been placed on paid administrative leave, standard procedure in all police shootings. Sense Grady Judd has taken the position of sheriff in this county it has gotten a lot safer. :http://www.kristinehendricks.com/2016/02/17/291/. Vansickle, Abbie. Get updates on special events and receive your first drink on us! Fast-forward to the aftermath of last weeks Hurricane Ian and the inevitable low-down scum-of-the-Earth looting that happens following any natural disaster, Judd made it clear in no uncertain terms during an interview on Fox & Friends that this was not about to tolerated in Polk County nor any of the harder-hit areas where his team had gone to offer assistance. They thought he was involved in a narcotics ring. I Frikkin' Love Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd!!! Grady Judd was born on 10 March 1954 in Lakeland, Florida, United States. He tried to stall the suspect by saying it was a hot day and he didn't want to make a trip to the jail. Of the 110 bullets fired at Angilo Freeland by the SWAT team, 68 found their mark. "Forcing your way into an occupied residence is a bold and foolish decision. People are being ripped off. you are keeping people alive and well and safe. -- did they pay attention to that law? Williams was shot multiple times, Judd said. Judd said the suspect "executed" one Deputy Speirs heard the shots from a nearby ridge, moved towards the sounds of the gunfire, and was shot at by Freeland. I seem to be wading in a sea of gray, while for others this is clearly a case of black and white. He did congratulate SWAT for a job well done. November 21, 2022. Legal Statement. [2017 video], "Nothing warms our heart more, Not on camera. Florida Sheriff Grady Judd told the Orlando Sentinel: Because thats all the ammunition we had. As soon as he took a shot at the SWAT team, officers opened fire. Claim: A sheriff attributed a suspect's being shot 68 times to "that's all the bullets we had." That threat was neutralized, and that is why your son died,' " said Tampa lawyer Grady C. Irvin Jr. last week during a news conference with the family. Judd said the suspect "executed" one of his deputies, not to mention the police dog. Another deputy was wounded and a police dog killed. "We've caught 100% of the murderers in the last 8 years. Sheriff Judd was featured on The News with Shepard Smith[26] where he detailed a six-month undercover drug investigation that identified 68 people who conducted drug sales on three social media and mobile dating apps: Grindr, Scruff, and Taimi. The deputy was shot eight times, including once behind his right ear at close range. Sheriff Grady Judd of Polk County said one SWAT team member was practically on top of the man, who was dug in beneath a fallen oak tree. they probably shouldnt do that in Polk County. 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