I agree that part of the quote is critical. That said, I assert that an arrest and $100k bond is a sharp overreaction against someone who objectively poses no actual threat.
For story context, I'll add that Lakeland is in Polk county, the domain of Sheriff Grady Judd. Polk is notorious for performative law enforcement and prosecution. To that, Lakeland police dept adds it's own rich history of over-enforcement.
For story context, I'll add that Lakeland is in Polk county, the domain of Sheriff Grady Judd. Polk is notorious for performative law enforcement and prosecution. To that, Lakeland police dept adds it's own rich history of over-enforcement.