A routine traffic stop in Monroe County, Florida took a bizarre turn when 67-year-old Walter Camp was pulled over on suspicion of DUI. What began as a standard investigation quickly spiraled into a torrent of threats and obscenities directed at the arresting deputies and their families.
A man in a gray t-shirt stands next to a law enforcement officer and a police vehicle
Body camera footage captured the entire incident, beginning with Camp’s denial of consuming alcohol, despite an open Bud Light can in his rental car. His erratic behavior and bloodshot eyes prompted the deputy to request field sobriety tests, to which Camp refused. The situation escalated further when Camp stepped out of his vehicle and exposed himself to the officer.
A man in a gray t-shirt stands with his hands behind his back in front of a law enforcement officer
Upon being placed under arrest, Camp’s demeanor shifted from nonsensical ramblings to chilling threats. He vowed revenge on the arresting deputy, threatening to harm his wife, children, and even his dog in graphic detail.
The discovery of marijuana in the vehicle did little to quell Camp’s rage. He continued his tirade, alternating between claiming he had no knowledge of the marijuana and expressing his need for it.
As the situation progressed, Camp boasted about his alleged combat skills, claiming to be a fourth-degree black belt and a skilled sniper capable of hitting targets from 2,000 yards.
A man in a gray t-shirt sits in the back of a police vehicle
Despite attempts by the deputies to de-escalate the situation, Camp’s threats persisted throughout the arrest and even during his transport to jail. He repeatedly asserted that the deputy and his family were “dead,” claiming connections to organized crime.
Walter Camp now faces multiple charges, including resisting arrest, intimidation, and making threats of death or serious bodily harm. His bond has been set at over $772,000. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the volatile situations law enforcement officers face daily and the importance of maintaining composure in the face of danger.
