Florida Man Arrested After Opening Fire Outside Bar Following Argument Over How Many Eggs a Chicken Can Lay
FLORIDA — A 44-year-old Florida man was arrested after police say he opened fire outside a local bar following an argument about how many eggs a chicken can lay, a bizarre dispute that quickly escalated into a dangerous situation.
According to reports, the man — whose name has not yet been released — had been drinking and socializing with a small group outside a Florida bar when the unusual debate broke out. What started as a lighthearted conversation about chickens and egg-laying soon took a violent turn.
Suspect Fired Shots After Growing Paranoid
Police say the suspect stormed off to smoke marijuana, and after returning, accused the group of trying to scam him. Moments later, he allegedly pulled out a firearm and began shooting near the bar’s entrance.
“He appeared to grow paranoid and agitated after leaving the group briefly,” investigators said in a statement.
Fortunately, no one was hit by gunfire, though the chaos caused patrons to flee the area in panic. Officers said that bar surveillance footage showed the man arguing moments before drawing the weapon and firing several rounds into the air and nearby ground.
Suspect Later Called Police Himself
In an unexpected twist, authorities said the man called police himself after the incident to report what had happened. When officers arrived at his location, he cooperated with the arrest and reportedly admitted to firing the weapon.
The suspect was taken into custody and charged with:
- Three counts of attempted aggravated battery with a deadly weapon
- Discharging a firearm in public
He is being held at the local county jail pending a bond hearing.
No Injuries, But Serious Charges Ahead
Law enforcement emphasized that, while no one was physically hurt, the act of firing a gun in public is a serious felony offense in Florida.
“This situation could have ended much worse,” a police spokesperson said. “We’re fortunate no one was struck by the gunfire.”
The bizarre case has quickly gained attention online due to the unusual nature of the argument that preceded the shooting.
Community Reacts to Bizarre Incident
Social media users have reacted with a mix of disbelief and humor, with one commenter writing, “Only in Florida would a chicken egg debate end in gunfire.” Others, however, pointed out the growing concern over gun violence linked to substance use and mental instability.
The police have not confirmed whether drugs or alcohol were a direct factor, though they noted that the suspect appeared “impaired and agitated” at the time of the shooting.
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