I'm sure everyone's seen this by now.....

Watched the video and encourage anyone who does not like to hear the F-bomb to no turn up the sound. Horner’s actions have cost him his charter business and has damaged his other business. The guys in his boat who just watched are also feeling the effects … one is a volunteer fire fighter and his Fire Company have suspended him while they “investigate” what happened.

So many things about the incident are so wrong. There could be serious charges against Horner. Trespassing, terroristic threats, etc. Horner can be glad the kid did his best to maintain a passive posture to defuse the situation.

Yeah, it was seriously stupid. "The best charter captain you'll ever meet" could likely lose his license.

Statement from North Port Fire Rescue

North Port Fire Rescue has been made aware of an incident in Charlotte Harbor that may have involved one of our firefighters, as a passenger on the vessel. We take this matter seriously and are following our established procedures to address it appropriately.

As always, NPFR remains committed to integrity, accountability, and serving our community with professionalism. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we apply required due process to determine the facts to determine the appropriate course of action.

So sad to see so much good ruined.

I saw that video yesterday. That guy has some serious issues. Paying the price right now for loosing his on a kid.

Yeah , thats not good, but we got them here too, and it usually turns out that the guy has lots of history ,mostly facilitated by the justice dept , probly damn lucky the kid didnt have his guns with him ,
You can easily tell he is a genuine arsehole by the way he drags the veterans into it , shameful coward

ARRESTED: Punta Gorda Police arrest charter boat captain Brock Horner

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., an incident occurred in the waterways of Charlotte Harbor involving an unlawful boarding and confrontation between two individuals on separate vessels. Following an investigation by the Punta Gorda Police Department, 40-year-old Brock Horner (DOB 01/08/1985) has been arrested and charged under Florida Statute 810.02(2)(A) – Burglary with Assault or Battery (non-forced entry).

The investigation included the review of video evidence provided by the victim, along with interviews conducted with several individuals involved or present at the time of the incident. Based on the information gathered, the Punta Gorda Police Department Marine Unit established probable cause to charge Horner in connection with the unlawful boarding and threats made during the altercation.

Horner was placed under arrest and is currently in custody at the Charlotte County Jail.

According to the investigation, Horner pulled his vessel alongside the victim’s boat without permission and unlawfully boarded it. During the unauthorized entry, Horner reportedly threatened the victim, escalating the situation into a criminal offense.

In addition to the local criminal investigation, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the United States Coast Guard are conducting separate investigations due to the location and nature of the incident.

“This type of behavior will not be tolerated in our waterways—or anywhere else in our city,” said Punta Gorda Police Chief Pam Smith. “We are committed to ensuring the safety of our residents and visitors, both on land and on the water.”

Chief Smith will be holding a press conference at 8:00 a.m. on April 5, 2025, at the Punta Gorda Police Department located at 1410 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, Florida 33950, to address the incident and provide further details on the ongoing investigation. Members of the media are encouraged to attend.

Further details will be released as the investigation continues. Anyone with additional information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Punta Gorda Police Department.

aspeck said:

ARRESTED: Punta Gorda Police arrest charter boat captain Brock Horner

On April 1, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., an incident occurred in the waterways of Charlotte Harbor involving an unlawful boarding and confrontation between two individuals on separate vessels. Following an investigation by the Punta Gorda Police Department, 40-year-old Brock Horner (DOB 01/08/1985) has been arrested and charged under Florida Statute 810.02(2)(A) – Burglary with Assault or Battery (non-forced entry).

The investigation included the review of video evidence provided by the victim, along with interviews conducted with several individuals involved or present at the time of the incident. Based on the information gathered, the Punta Gorda Police Department Marine Unit established probable cause to charge Horner in connection with the unlawful boarding and threats made during the altercation.

Horner was placed under arrest and is currently in custody at the Charlotte County Jail.

According to the investigation, Horner pulled his vessel alongside the victim’s boat without permission and unlawfully boarded it. During the unauthorized entry, Horner reportedly threatened the victim, escalating the situation into a criminal offense.

In addition to the local criminal investigation, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) and the United States Coast Guard are conducting separate investigations due to the location and nature of the incident.

“This type of behavior will not be tolerated in our waterways—or anywhere else in our city,” said Punta Gorda Police Chief Pam Smith. “We are committed to ensuring the safety of our residents and visitors, both on land and on the water.”

Chief Smith will be holding a press conference at 8:00 a.m. on April 5, 2025, at the Punta Gorda Police Department located at 1410 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, Florida 33950, to address the incident and provide further details on the ongoing investigation. Members of the media are encouraged to attend.

Further details will be released as the investigation continues. Anyone with additional information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Punta Gorda Police Department.

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Good!

Wow he is in a pile of trouble! His boat might, just might cover his legal fees. Talk about major stupidity. I’m sure he’ll plead down to some lesser charges with the stipulation of attending anger management counseling.

Crazy. I’ve see some hot heads but never seen anyone board another vessel.

Awesome !

FLATHEAD said:

Wow he is in a pile of trouble! His boat might, just might cover his legal fees. Talk about major stupidity. I’m sure he’ll plead down to some lesser charges with the stipulation of attending anger management counseling.

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I don’t know how much he will be able to plead down … he has about a dozen previous charges over the years. This might be the last straw for law enforcement…

Glad he is off the water myself! Apparently he thinks its my way or the highway! He chose the lower highway.

cyclops222 said:

So sad to see so much good ruined.

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i fail to see any good ruined, only bad being called out and held accountable.