US Edition8 Florida Men Arrested After Violent Fight Breaks Out Near Lake in Polk County, Sheriff Says
Eight men and one teenager face felony rioting and other charges after a violent fight on private property despite posted no trespassing signs, Polk County Sheriff said.
- Earlier this month, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced that the Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested eight suspects involved in a violent disturbance at Lake Winterset on August 2, 2025.
- Before the brawl, the sheriff's office had issued warnings and posted No Trespassing signage on Lake Winterset private property, where two groups of former friends clashed.
- Amid the chaos, a cellphone video shows multiple punches and kicks as two individuals were temporarily rendered unconscious, one falling headfirst into the lake and another receiving CPR.
- Sheriff Grady Judd condemned the brawl and flagged stricter enforcement and possible shoreline boating bans, as suspects face charges including rioting, affray, trespassing, and disorderly conduct.
- Polk County recently passed an ordinance establishing boating restriction zones and designated swim areas, although it has not yet gone into effect.
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