Feds Arrest Man for Allegedly Hiring Hitman to Kill AG Pam Bondi
A Minnesota man has been arrested for allegedly attempting to hire a hitman to kill Attorney General Pam Bondi. Federal authorities charged 29-year-old Tyler Avalos, accusing him of offering $45,000 for the assassination.
Details of the Threat Against Pam Bondi
According to court documents, the threat originated from a TikTok post made by Avalos. In the post, he indicated he wanted Bondi “dead or alive,” with a preference for “dead.” The FBI was alerted about the post on October 9, following a tip from a user in Detroit.
The Evidence Against Avalos
The TikTok post featured a picture of Bondi with a sniper-scope red dot aimed at her forehead. Avalos also commented on the post, adding provocative phrases, including “cough cough” and “when you don’t serve us then what?”
Investigators tracked Avalos down thanks to information provided by TikTok, Google, and Comcast, which revealed he registered on TikTok using a Samsung Galaxy phone.
Avalos’ Criminal Background
Tyler Avalos has a history of legal issues. His past convictions include:
- Stalking case conviction in July 2022, Dakota County, Minnesota
- Domestic battery charge in August 2016, Polk County, Florida
- 2019 misdemeanor battery case in Dakota County, which was reduced from a felony domestic assault charge
Despite the allegations, Avalos’ attorney, Daniel Gerdts, asserted that his client is not guilty of any crime.
Conclusion
This alarming case highlights serious concerns over threats against public officials. As the investigation continues, the legal process will unfold, and the ramifications of this case will be closely monitored.
