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Suspect Apprehended Following Aggravated Assault on Hardee County Deputy

On January 23, 2024, Hardee County deputies arrested 30-year-old Jimmy Johnson after he allegedly fired shots at law enforcement officers. The suspect attempted to flee by jumping into the Peace River but was tracked and captured with the assistance of a K9 unit.

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Why It Matters

A local resident was threatened and law enforcement officers were fired upon, resulting in a high-stakes police response and the eventual arrest of the suspect.

Key Facts

  • On January 23, 2024, at approximately 8:09 AM, deputies responded to a report of a suspect threatening a witness to a domestic violence incident.
  • The suspect, Jimmy Johnson (30), allegedly threatened to kill a witness and fired a round into the ground.
  • Upon arrival, the suspect fired two rounds at a deputy from approximately 30 yards away.
  • The deputy returned fire from cover without striking the suspect.
  • The suspect fled the scene and jumped into the Peace River to evade capture.
  • The suspect was apprehended shortly after by a K9 team from the Hardee Correctional Institution.
  • The Hardee County Sheriff's Office received assistance from the Polk County Sheriff's Office during the operation.

Who's Mentioned

locationPeace River“The location where the suspect attempted to evade capture.”organizationHardee Correctional Institution“Provided K9 team support for the suspect's apprehension.”personJimmy Johnson“The 30-year-old suspect arrested for aggravated assault on a law enforcement off”organizationHardee County Sheriff's Office“The primary law enforcement agency responding to the incident.”organizationPolk County Sheriff's Office“Provided additional resources for the search and capture.”personVent Crawford“Hardee County Sheriff who provided a statement regarding the incident.”