Lawyers say sheriff's remark about shooting home intruders was 'wildly irresponsible'
Santa Rosa, Florida, Sheriff Bob Johnson says homeowners should take shooting lessons so they can ultimately "save the taxpayers money."
by Matthew S. Schwartz
Apr 27, 2022
3 minutes
A Florida sheriff who encouraged homeowners to shoot intruders in order to "save the taxpayers money" is being lambasted by Florida defense attorneys, who are accusing him of offering "wildly irresponsible" advice that could cause needless loss of life and aggravate racial tensions.
At a press conference last week, Santa Rosa Sheriff Bob Johnson was discussing the arrest of Brandon Harris, a man well-known to the sheriff's office. Wanted on multiple warrants, Harris was leaping fences
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