A Florida man has been arrested for allegedly opening fire on a group of people outside a bar following a bizarre argument over how many eggs a chicken can lay.
Argument Over Chickens Turns Violent
According to Port Saint Lucie police, 44-year-old Peter Riera called 911 on November 4, claiming he had been robbed and was being chased by two men and a woman outside Harper’s Pub.
However, when officers arrived, the trio involved Brandon Pace, 23; Kayla Damiana, 26; and Tyler McHargue, 23 told police they had just met Riera that evening and were chatting casually after being introduced to him as “Farmer Pete.”
The group reportedly began discussing chickens and egg-laying, but the conversation abruptly escalated when Riera grew paranoid, accusing them of planning to “jump” him. Witnesses told police that Riera suddenly claimed they were trying to “con” him before pulling out a gun.
Riera then allegedly fired four shots at the fleeing individuals. No one was struck, police confirmed.
Arrests and Charges
Body camera footage obtained by CBS 12 showed Riera wearing jean overalls and notably without shoes being arrested outside the pub.
The incident led to additional arrests:
Brandon Pace was taken into custody for allegedly obstructing officers and kicking two of them during his arrest.
Kayla Damiani was arrested for resisting an officer without violence after running toward officers detaining Pace despite being warned to stay back. She was later released on a $500 bond.
Tyler McHargue was not charged after cooperating fully with police.
Pace faces charges including:
One count of resisting an officer with violence
Two counts of battery on a law enforcement officer
He is not currently in custody, according to the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office.
Riera Held on $435,000 Bond
Riera is being held on a $435,000 bond and faces multiple charges, including:
Aggravated assault with a deadly weapon
Discharging a firearm in public
Other related offenses
Authorities have not reported any injuries from the incident.
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