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DeFuniak Springs Today
By the People, for the People
Florida Man Arrested for Threatening to 'Cook' Officer After 58 Calls
Brett Philip Gormley, 47, was charged with harassing communications after repeatedly calling police and making threats.
Mar. 12, 2026 at 12:07am
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A 47-year-old man was arrested in DeFuniak Springs, Florida after authorities say he called the local police department 58 times over two days, criticizing the staff and at one point threatening to 'cook' an officer. The man, Brett Philip Gormley, does not live in the area but was charged with two counts of harassing communications.
Why it matters
The repeated harassment of emergency services personnel and tying up of critical resources is a concerning trend that can undermine public safety. While freedom of speech is important, making threats against law enforcement officers is a serious crime that can erode community trust in the police.
The details
According to the report, Gormley called the DeFuniak Springs Police Department between February 27-28, not to report an emergency, but to criticize the communications staff and officers. During one of the calls, Gormley claimed he was a chef and threatened to 'cook' one of the officers. An arrest warrant was obtained, and Gormley was charged with two counts of harassing communications.
- The incidents occurred between February 27-28, 2026.
- Gormley was arrested on Tuesday, March 12, 2026.
The players
Brett Philip Gormley
A 47-year-old man who does not live in DeFuniak Springs, Florida but called the local police department 58 times over two days, making threats against officers.
DeFuniak Springs Police Department
The law enforcement agency that received the 58 calls from Gormley and ultimately arrested him for harassing communications.
What’s next
The judge will decide whether to grant Gormley bail at his upcoming court hearing.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of respecting emergency services and not abusing access to critical public resources. Repeated harassment and threats against law enforcement can undermine public safety and community trust, and will be met with serious legal consequences.
