HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Riverview woman for making death threats against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.
According to deputies, Danyele Callaway, 20, is currently facing charges of Written or Electronic Threat to Kill or Inflict Bodily Injury.
“The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office will not tolerate any threats, especially from individuals who think they can hide behind their keyboards to spread fear and harm. We will not accept a threat against anyone in our community, especially our Governor. Threatening the lives of those who serve our democratic institutions is an attack on the very principles of our society and justice system,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister.
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“While everyone is entitled to their own opinions, no one has the right to endanger others’ lives. This case is a stark reminder that violent threats will not be tolerated. We will continue to pursue and hold accountable anyone who seeks to disrupt the peace and safety of our community,” said Chronister.
According to jail records, Callaway is being held on no bond under the Baker Act in the Orient Road Jail.
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