In a chilling turn of events, a 66-year-old man by the name of Robert Flores was apprehended after he purportedly issued a series of menacing posts aimed at protesters, as stated in an arrest affidavit. The protests, dubbed 'No Kings,' have become focal points for citizens rallying in downtown San Antonio. As reported by FOX San Antonio, Flores allegedly resorted to a social media service, Instagram Threads, to express his intent to "run over" protesters and suggested that others should come "locked and loaded."
One particular post by Flores was especially direct, with him stating, “I’ll run you f****** over and then go have coffee and breakfast at Jim’s.” He further intimidated protesters by saying, “Some of you will not return”, signaling a callous disregard for human life. Furthermore, Flores was quoted as saying, “Be locked and loaded tomorrow, Killing a Democrat is acceptable.” The unsettling nature of these threats underscores a rising tension in political discourse that has escalated into potentially violent confrontation.
Flores was subsequently charged with making a terroristic threat, a serious indictment that highlights the severity of his alleged intentions. According to an affidavit obtained by KSAT 12, Flores conveyed his threats amidst a nationwide protest against the Trump administration. His arrest by San Antonio Police came on a Saturday, with official records confirming his subsequent booking into the Bexar County Adult Detention Center.
The post by Flores - which included specific remarks suggesting deliberate harm to individuals based on their political affiliation – raises questions about the intersection of free speech and the incitement of violence. "Say goodbye to your loved ones as you leave tomorrow morning. Some of you will not return," Flores allegedly claimed, five days prior to an event, it was a remark that not only heightened fears but also forced law enforcement to reevaluate the safety measures surrounding public demonstrations. The eventual release of Flores on a $100,000 bond paints a complex legal narrative about the balance between public safety, civil liberties, and the presumed innocence until proven guilty.
