Florida Sheriff Wayne Ivey Warns Protesters Family Will Collect Remains

A Florida sheriff has delivered an incredibly direct message to those considering unlawful actions during upcoming nationwide protests.

His warning? Don’t break the law, or face the most severe consequences.

Sheriff Known For Unconventional Communication

Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey is no stranger to headlines, often gaining attention for his outspoken and sometimes unconventional public statements.

His approach is typically rooted in a firm stance on law and order and protecting his community and deputies.

This recent warning comes ahead of planned demonstrations across the country.

While the original context of the planned protests in the source material touches on immigration enforcement, Sheriff Ivey’s message was specifically aimed at those who might turn to violence or serious disruption.

He outlined a clear set of consequences for various levels of unlawful behavior.

Warning Against Disruptive Behavior

Sheriff Ivey stated plainly that blocking intersections or roadways would not be tolerated in Brevard County.

Those who engage in such actions, which can impede traffic and emergency services, will face immediate arrest.

He also addressed attempts to flee from law enforcement.

“If you flee arrest, you’re going to go to jail tired because we are going to run you down and put you in jail,” Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey said.

The sheriff also issued a stark caution regarding attempts to mob or surround vehicles.

He warned that drivers might not be able to stop and that protesters blocking a vehicle could be injured.

“If you try to mob rule a car in Brevard County, gathering around it, refusing to let the driver leave in our county, you’re most likely going to get run over and dragged across the street.”

His message continued, escalating through various potential confrontations with law enforcement.

Consequences for Assaulting Officers

Sheriff Ivey made it clear that any physical aggression towards deputies would result in a forceful response.

Spitting on an officer or hitting one would lead to immediate medical attention (presumably after being subdued) followed by jail time.

He also mentioned the involvement of K-9 units in response to deputies being physically attacked.

“If you spit on us, you’re going to the hospital and then jail,” he continued. “If you hit one of us, you’re going to the hospital and jail, and most likely get bitten by one of our big, beautiful dogs we have here.”

The sheriff’s firm stance underscores the dangers law enforcement officers face during civil unrest and their resolve to protect themselves and maintain order.

Ivey has a history of unique ways of communicating with the public, sometimes using humor or memorable phrases.

In 2021, following a large cannabis seizure, he issued a sarcastic invitation for the owners to claim their “lost” property, while also reminding the public of the severe penalties for drug possession in Florida.

He also faced a lawsuit in 2023 regarding his “Wheel of Fugitive” video series, which a man claimed wrongly included him and negatively impacted his life.

These previous incidents highlight the sheriff’s propensity for direct, impactful communication, which was certainly on display in his latest warning.

The Sternest Warning of All

Sheriff Ivey reserved his most severe words for those who might use deadly force or weapons against his deputies.

This part of his warning was unmistakable, leaving no room for ambiguity about the potential outcome of such an action.

“If you throw a brick, a firebomb, or point a gun at one of our deputies, we will be notifying your family where to collect your remains, because we will kill you, graveyard dead.”

He concluded this part of his address with a short, sharp sentence emphasizing the seriousness of the situation from the perspective of his department.

“We’re not going to play,” he said.

The sheriff’s message serves as a clear warning that while peaceful protest is a right, violent or life-threatening actions against law enforcement will be met with lethal force.

His uncompromising stance aims to deter potential rioters and ensure the safety of his deputies and the community.