Pennsylvania Man Arrested For Making Death Threats Against Chief Executive Officer Of Tampa General Hospital

Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces the arrest and  unsealing of a complaint charging Lawrence Brunn (63, Oakmont, PA) with cyber harassment. If convicted, Brunn faces up to five years in federal prison. 

According to the complaint, Brunn began harassing J.C., the CEO of Tampa General Hospital, at least as far back as 2023. Brunn’s online harassment increased in frequency and intensity over the last two years. Brunn’s threats included calling for the execution of J.C. and frequently referring to J.C.’s beheading utilizing a guillotine. In one post from April 9, 2025, Brunn states that J.C. “should have his head chopped off” and further states that J.C. “should be scared…of we the people.” In addition to online postings, Brunn also sent mail to J.C.’s private residence, as well as J.C.’s neighbors’ residences, and members of the Board of Trustees for Tampa General Hospital. 

A complaint is merely an arrest warrant alleging that a defendant has committed one or more violations of federal criminal law, and every defendant is presumed innocent unless, and until, proven guilty. 

This case was investigated by Federal Bureau of Investigation. It will be prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Candace Garcia Rich.