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Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Arrested for Assaulting Relatives

4/13/2026

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Kevin Cichowski, a Florida gubernatorial candidate, was arrested on April 12, 2026, for allegedly assaulting two elderly relatives and threatening to kill them and law enforcement.
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call, where Cichowski reportedly used a cane and cellphone as weapons while allegedly armed with a gun.
He faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and battery on a person over 65, and made suicidal statements during transport, leading to protective custody.
Sheriff Rick Staly commended the deputies for their quick response in ensuring the victims' safety.
Cichowski has a prior arrest record for domestic violence.

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Kevin Cichowski, a Florida gubernatorial candidate, was arrested on April 12, 2026, for allegedly assaulting two elderly relatives and threatening to kill them and law enforcement.
The Flagler County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call, where Cichowski reportedly used a cane and cellphone as weapons while allegedly armed with a gun.
He faces multiple charges, including aggravated assault and battery on a person over 65, and made suicidal statements during transport, leading to protective custody.
Sheriff Rick Staly commended the deputies for their quick response in ensuring the victims' safety.
Cichowski has a prior arrest record for domestic violence.