Shoppers at a Florida Walmart were left terrified after a man armed with a machete stormed into the store, causing chaos and panic among customers and employees.
According to police, the suspect brandished the weapon inside the store, making threats and ignoring commands from officers who rushed to the scene. Witnesses described the atmosphere as “pure panic”, with families grabbing their children and running for safety as the man allegedly swung the machete recklessly.
When officers attempted to subdue him, the man reportedly attacked them directly, forcing law enforcement to use defensive tactics to bring the situation under control. Bodycam footage shows the tense standoff at the store’s entrance as officers tried to prevent further harm.
The suspect was eventually restrained and taken into custody. Fortunately, no shoppers were injured, though several officers sustained minor injuries during the altercation.
Authorities confirmed the man is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, resisting arrest, and endangering the public.
The incident has reignited discussions about public safety in retail spaces, with many shoppers calling for heightened security measures in large stores.
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