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By the People, for the People
Man Threatened to Shoot Officers, Pembroke Pines Police Say
Jean Boursiquot called the department and said 'this is why people commit murder' before threatening to shoot police.
Published on Feb. 12, 2026
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A 40-year-old man named Jean Boursiquot called the Pembroke Pines Police Department and threatened to shoot officers after becoming upset during a call about a police report. Boursiquot was later located and safely taken into custody by police.
Why it matters
Threats against law enforcement are taken extremely seriously, as they can escalate into real violence and put public safety at risk. This incident highlights the importance of de-escalation and crisis intervention training for police to handle volatile situations without further inflaming tensions.
The details
According to the Pembroke Pines Police Department, Boursiquot called the department's records unit around 10 a.m. on Thursday about a police report. During the call, he became upset and said 'This is why people commit murder.' The call was then disconnected, but Boursiquot called back soon after and said he was on his way to police headquarters because 'I want to shoot police.' Investigators were sent to locate Boursiquot, and he was found near 3301 North Park Road in Hollywood and safely taken into custody.
- The incident occurred on Thursday, February 12, 2026 around 10 a.m.
The players
Jean Boursiquot
A 40-year-old man who called the Pembroke Pines Police Department and threatened to shoot officers.
Pembroke Pines Police Department
The law enforcement agency that received the threatening call from Boursiquot and responded by locating and safely apprehending him.
What they’re saying
“This is why people commit murder”
— Jean Boursiquot (Pembroke Pines Police Department)
“I want to shoot police”
— Jean Boursiquot (Pembroke Pines Police Department)
What’s next
Boursiquot is accused of one count of making threats against a law enforcement officer. He will likely face a court hearing to determine if he will be released on bail or remain in custody as the case proceeds.
The takeaway
This incident underscores the need for continued training and de-escalation tactics for law enforcement to safely handle volatile situations involving threats of violence, in order to protect both officers and the public.
