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Florida Man Held Teens at Gunpoint Over Toy Gun
26 Jun
Summary
- Man faces charges after holding three teenagers at gunpoint.
- A 15-year-old fired an Orbeez toy gun, causing fear of real gunfire.
- The incident occurred on June 24 in Port St. Lucie, Florida.
In Port St. Lucie, Florida, a man named Gregory Allen Davis, 49, is charged with aggravated assault after allegedly holding three teenagers at gunpoint. The incident unfolded on Wednesday, June 24, when officers responded to reports of juveniles firing what appeared to be a BB or pellet gun.
A 15-year-old juvenile admitted to firing a multi-colored Orbeez toy gun at what they believed was an acquaintance's vehicle as part of a prank. However, the vehicle's occupant, Davis, and his fiancée, who were unaware of the prank, feared they were being shot at with a real firearm.
Despite police already en route, Davis pursued the juveniles. He is accused of exiting his vehicle with a 9mm handgun and threatening the teenagers. The juvenile faces charges for shooting a missile at an occupied vehicle, while Davis is charged with aggravated assault and false imprisonment.
The Port St. Lucie Police Department advises residents against playing pranks with toy firearms, noting they can provoke dangerous reactions and lead to criminal charges.
