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Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Arrested on Suspicion of Beating Parents

Kevin Cichowski is one of 14 candidates running in the Democratic Party primary for governor in the Sunshine State.
Florida Gubernatorial Candidate Arrested on Suspicion of Beating Parents
Deputies arrest Kevin Cichowski in Palm Coast, Fla., on April 10, 2026. Flagler County Sheriff's Department
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A Florida man running for governor was arrested April 10 on suspicion of beating his elderly parents and threatening to shoot them after they tried to watch TV without his permission.

Kevin Cichowski, 46, of Palm Coast faces eight charges related to the incident, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, battery and robbery.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.