Florida police arrested a man after he reportedly made a Facebook post threatening to kill President Donald Trump. The accused, Glen DeCicco, was taken into custody on Friday, making him the latest suspect in a series of similar cases that target high-profile political figures, particularly Trump.
DeCicco was detained after an intense investigation was launched due to an anonymous tip law enforcement received. According to reports, the Jupiter Police Department reported that they were alerted about a disturbing post on the social media platform Facebook.
After receiving the tip, detectives began probing DeCicco’s online activity, and the results reportedly proved he had threatened the president. “The investigation began after JPD was alerted to a concerning Facebook post. Detectives reviewed DeCicco’s social media activity and confirmed that he had made a written threat directed at the President,” the Jupiter Police Department said, according to Fox News.
The news outlet reported that the local police and the U.S. Secret Service collaborated on the investigation. This joint effort is due to potential national security concerns related to the threat.
Following the investigation, DeCicco was taken into custody for questioning, where he was interviewed by both the Jupiter Police and Secret Service agents. The news outlet reported that the interviews proceeded without incident.
There is limited information regarding the case as the investigation continues. The police have not yet released details surrounding DeCicco’s background or motive. Additionally, there is no information regarding a bond or if he has retained legal counsel.
Secret Service spokesman Anthony Guglielmi expressed gratitude for the prompt action taken by local officers in a post shared on X. “Thank you, Jupiter (FL) PD, for your swift response & partnership. Threats against @POTUS or any Secret Service protectee are taken very seriously,” he said.
Guglielmi urged the public to remain vigilant on social media and aid in capturing those participating in illicit online activities. “Our success often starts with tips from the public, so please continue to report suspicious activity to the police,” he added.
This incident is the latest in a troubling trend of violent threats against the president. Similar incidents in recent months have involved other individuals who posted menacing messages online. Shannon Depararro Atkins was arrested in January for making threats against Trump on Facebook, and Michael M. Wiseman was detained in July for threatening to kill both Trump and now-Vice President JD. Additionally, in July and September, there were two attempts to assassinate Trump, but he survived both.