Florida Man Sentenced for Plot to Kill Ex with Water Gun
A Florida man has been sentenced to four years in prison after pleading guilty to attempting to kill his ex-girlfriend with a toy water gun. The judge presiding over the case warned against using weapons like these in acts of violence as they can still be dangerous even if they are not real firearms.
Jan. 31, 2023 5:22PM
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A picture of Kevin Bongang being escorted away by police officers while holding a toy water gun.
In a shocking turn of events, a Florida man has been sentenced to jail time for plotting to kill his ex-girlfriend with a water gun. According to court documents, the man, identified as 32-year-old Kevin Bongang, was arrested in October after police were alerted by an anonymous tip that he had made threats against his former partner. Upon further investigation, authorities discovered that Bongang had purchased a toy water gun and intended to use it in an attempt on her life. Bongang was taken into custody and charged with attempted murder and possession of a weapon. He pleaded guilty earlier this week and was sentenced to four years in prison. The victim's family expressed relief at the outcome of the case but also voiced their concern over the potential danger posed by such an act. "We are thankful that justice has been served," said one family member. "But we can't help but worry about what could have happened if he had actually gone through with it." The judge presiding over the case echoed similar sentiments when delivering her verdict. "This is an incredibly serious offense," she said during sentencing. "I hope this serves as a warning to anyone who might consider using weapons like these in acts of violence."