Florida
Naples man accused of terror threats arrested after daylong standoff
Collier County deputies ended a daylong standoff with a Naples man accused of making terrorist threats.
Deputies arrested Peter Hooker, 60, at his home, Lago Apartments complex at the intersection of Livingston and Radio Roads on Friday, April 3, the sheriff’s office social media reported.
Hooker is charged with written threats to kill, do bodily injury or conduct a mass shooting or an act of terrorism, a felony.
Deputies received reports that Hooker had made written threats of violence. When deputies arrived about 9:25 a.m., Hooker refused to come to the door.
Concerned that Hooker may be armed, multiple units, along with fire and EMS, responded.
Throughout the day Hooker continued to ignore deputies’ commands to come to the door, the reports indicate.
Deputies evacuated areas of the complex and closed sections of Livingston and Radio roads.
“This was a complex and evolving situation, and our deputies addressed it with professionalism from start to finish,” Sheriff Kevin Rambosk said. “I also want to thank the public for their cooperation and patience as first responders worked to bring this to a peaceful conclusion.”
Please support local community journalism and stay informed about Southwest Florida news by subscribing to The News-Press and Naples Daily News; download the free News-Press or Naples Daily News app, and sign up for daily briefing email newsletter, food & dining and growth & development newsletters here and here.