![]() ![]() Those charges, Gualtieri said, include grand theft, drug crimes and crimes with guns, and Bostick has gone to state prison twice. Gualtieri said Bostick was arrested 18 times, including 34 different felonies and 22 different misdemeanor charges. Thank God nothing happened to that gentleman but at the same time he did the right thing because he saw someone commit the crime in his community and he didn’t want that in his community."Īccording to the sheriff's office, Bostick "had an extensive criminal history" that dates back to when he was 17 years old. We want you to call us and if you can keep an eye on the person, please do that. "I wouldn’t take it to the next level," Chief Holloway said. In regard to the witness who confronted Bostick, the police chief said it is not a move he would recommend. That’s the type of people out there that we deal with." "He decided he was going to kill two deputy sheriffs. "He simply didn’t want to go back to prison," Sheriff Gualtieri said. "He told his mom he would not go back to prison," Chief Holloway said. The sheriff said an arrangement was made for him to plead guilty. Officials said Bostick didn't appear for a court hearing on March 7 for attempted burglary and driving with a suspended license charges. ![]() Petersburg Police Department.ĭeputies said Bostick had a second handgun in his right pocket that was reported stolen out of Manatee County. It’s hard on everybody in the law enforcement community." "Getting here is the longest drive of your life. "You don’t want that phone call," he offered. He will be placed on administrative leave during the investigation, which is normal protocol.Ĭhief Holloway said it's always a scary time when law enforcement learns one of their own was injured. Viano was hired in November 2000 and is 49 years old. Aitken is 40 years old and has a wife and young daughter, the sheriff said. The wounded deputy was hired by the sheriff's office in March 2006.Ĭpl. READ: Police: Tarpon Springs man arrested for placing camera inside men's restroom at 'We Spy Coffee & More' Because of his experience and grit, Matt survived this," the sheriff explained during Monday's press conference. "Matt is, thankfully, one of our more experienced deputies. He is expected to be OK, but has several medical issues he now faces. Aitken was taken to Bayfront Health where he continues to recover. He not only saved his own life, but he saved Matt’s life."Ĭpl. "He did a stellar job being able to assess that threat. "He's very thankful for being able to do what he did," Sheriff Gualtieri said. The sergeant fired back and Bostick died at the scene. Jacob Viano, who is a former K9 handler himself, managed to "duck out of the way," according to the sheriff's office. Chief Holloway said Bostick fired three shots at Cpl. ![]()
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