Event Brief
Convicted Felon Aimed Gun at Hernando Firefighters
By The BriefBrief · Sources (2)
Filed: Sep 18, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Hernando County Fire Rescue crews responding to a multi-car crash at County Line Road and the Suncoast Parkway were confronted when a driver pointed a loaded gun at two firefighters. Deputies arrived, ordered the man out, and handcuffed him without shots fired; the gun and extra ammunition were found in the vehicle.
WHO: Hernando County Fire Rescue firefighters; a convicted felon driver; Hernando County Sheriff’s Office deputies and traffic deputy
WHAT: A driver allegedly aimed a loaded gun at firefighters treating crash victims; he was arrested and the weapon was recovered.
WHEN: Sep 17, 2026
WHERE: Hernando County, Florida
WHY: Motive not yet established.
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