CFO Jimmy Patronis Issues Statement on Broward County Shooting

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.  – Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis issued a statement following a briefing from Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Commissioner Rick Swearingen on the shooting that occurred on federal agents serving a warrant in Broward County.

CFO Jimmy Patronis said, “I just received a briefing from FDLE Commissioner Swearingen and the situation and facts on the ground are fluid. What we know is there are multiple deaths and injuries and we may see these numbers fluctuate as the day goes on. First and foremost, we offer our thoughts and prayers to the law enforcement officers who were involved in this catastrophic event. This tragedy is a reminder that we’ve got men and women all throughout the nation who put their lives on the line every day to protect our communities. The truth is there are no routine law enforcement operations – especially when serving warrants.

“Second, we communicated to FDLE that my Division of Investigative and Forensic Services (DIFS) stands ready to support any investigative needs if requested. When one law enforcement agent is hurt or killed in the line-of-duty, it affects all of us – and we need every man and woman with a badge to know that Florida supports, loves and appreciates their service to our country.”