DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — October 30, 2026. A 21-year-old Florida woman has been arrested after allegedly posting a social media message threatening to shoot President Donald Trump during his scheduled campaign rally in Daytona Beach. Authorities say the suspect, identified as Allison Jeanne Albro, claimed the message was a joke, but investigators proceeded with felony charges.
INSTAGRAM POST TRIGGERS SECURITY INVESTIGATION
According to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office, Albro posted a selfie on Instagram on Thursday, October 29, accompanied by a message saying she intended to attend Trump’s rally the following day and shoot him with a Glock handgun.
The post also included a request for others to wish her luck, according to investigators.
The message prompted a law enforcement response ahead of the president’s scheduled appearance at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach.
SECRET SERVICE AND DEPUTIES QUESTION SUSPECT
Members of the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office Domestic Security Unit and the U.S. Secret Service contacted Albro after authorities became aware of the post.
According to the arrest report, Albro acknowledged publishing the message but told investigators that she had intended it as a joke.
She reportedly said she did not own a Glock, had no access to firearms and would never physically harm anyone.
Investigators also reported that Albro deleted the post after her mother warned her about the potential consequences.
AUTHORITIES FIND NO WEAPONS DURING SEARCH
According to local reporting based on the arrest documents, deputies searched Albro’s residence and found no firearms.
The absence of weapons did not prevent authorities from filing charges related to the written threat.
Investigators have not publicly presented evidence that Albro possessed a firearm or had taken additional steps toward carrying out the alleged threat.
TWO FELONY CHARGES FILED IN FLORIDA
Albro faces one count of making written threats to kill or cause bodily injury, classified as a second-degree felony under Florida law.
She also faces a separate charge of unlawfully using a two-way communications device to facilitate a felony, a third-degree felony.
A second-degree felony in Florida can carry a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison if a defendant is convicted, although any sentence would depend on the circumstances and applicable sentencing rules.
Court records indicate that Albro was booked into the Volusia County jail. Prosecutors have sought to keep her detained while the case proceeds.
SHERIFF WARNS AGAINST ONLINE THREATS
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood publicly addressed the arrest Friday, warning that threats against the president would be treated seriously even when the person responsible later describes the message as a joke.
Chitwood said his office was working closely with the Secret Service, FBI and other law enforcement agencies to protect the president, rally attendees and the surrounding community.
His comments emphasized that social media posts involving threats of violence can result in criminal investigations and prosecution.
TRUMP RALLY SCHEDULED FOR FRIDAY EVENING
President Trump is scheduled to speak at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach at 7 p.m. Friday, October 30, as part of his political appearances ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
Volusia County officials have announced heightened security measures, including screening procedures, traffic restrictions and additional law enforcement coordination.
Authorities have urged attendees to arrive early and allow extra travel time because of anticipated crowds.
CASE RAISES QUESTIONS ABOUT ONLINE THREATS
The arrest highlights the legal consequences that can follow threatening statements published on social media, particularly those involving public officials and protected individuals.
Under U.S. constitutional law, criminal threat prosecutions must satisfy applicable legal standards distinguishing punishable threats from protected speech. Whether Albro’s statements meet those standards will ultimately be determined through the judicial process.
Albro has not been convicted of the charges and is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities prepare for the president’s scheduled visit.
