Gun-wielding HOA President Faces Felony Charges for Threatening and Stealing from Child Fishermen
On April 14th, the tranquil community of Stillwater Lakes in Palm Bay, Florida, was shattered by a shocking incident. Kyle Patrick Tate, the president of the homeowners association (HOA), was apprehended after allegedly threatening children with a firearm and destroying their property.
The Children’s Ordeal
As three young anglers cast their lines at a lake within the Stillwater Lakes subdivision, their peaceful pastime was disrupted by the menacing figure of Tate. According to court documents, Tate approached the children brandishing a gun and ordered them off his property – an erroneous claim as the property belonged to the HOA.
Disregarding their pleas, Tate seized their fishing equipment, including rods, reels, tackle boxes, and cast nets worth an estimated ,200. With malicious intent, he then flung the equipment into the woods, damaging it beyond repair.
Tate’s Arrest and Charges
Palm Bay Police officers arrived promptly at the scene and interviewed the distraught children. The officers learned that Tate had also confiscated a ,500 phone from one of the boys, which remains missing.
Based on the children’s testimony and evidence, Tate was arrested and charged with two third-degree felonies:
- Grand theft of property valued between 0 and ,500
- Criminal mischief causing damage in excess of ,000
A Troubling Violation of Trust
After posting a ,000 bond, Tate was released from jail. His actions have cast a dark shadow over the Stillwater Lakes community, raising questions about the safety and well-being of its residents.
The incident highlights the consequences of abusing power and the need for HOA leaders to act responsibly and respectfully.
Data sourced from: foxnews.com
