A Collier County teenager is facing serious felony charges after local deputies say he posted violent threats against federal immigration officers on social media, prompting a law-enforcement response and an arrest last week.
According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, investigators received a tip about a concerning post on social platforms that allegedly called for violence against officers from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Deputies identified the person responsible as 18-year-old Holden Manning of Naples, and took him into custody without incident on Friday.
Manning is charged with written threats to kill, do bodily injury, or execute a mass shooting or act of terrorism, a second-degree felony under Florida law. Sheriff’s deputies allege the threats were directed specifically at ICE agents, federal officers who enforce immigration laws in Southwest Florida and nationwide.
The sheriff’s office says the probe began after a tip came from a concerned member of the public. Deputies determined the post originated from Manning’s account and, after locating him, arrested him Friday afternoon. He was booked into the Collier County Jail and now awaits prosecution.
In a statement, law-enforcement officials emphasized that threats against officers — whether local, state or federal — are taken seriously and can result in significant criminal charges. Public safety, they said, applies to all first responders and agents working in the community.
The case adds to a broader national conversation about safety, social media and the consequences of online speech. Across the country, threats made online against law enforcement and public figures have occasionally crossed legal lines, sparking debates about the boundary between free expression and criminal conduct. Local prosecutors will determine how the evidence in Manning’s case fits Florida statutes and federal law as the case progresses.
For Naples residents, the incident serves as a reminder that online activities can have real-world legal implications, particularly when they involve threats of violence. Collier County has seen a number of high-profile youth arrests in recent years for dangerous or threatening behavior, and local school officials and law-enforcement leaders have repeatedly urged young people and families to think twice before posting provocative content online.
Manning’s case will move through the Collier County court system. If convicted on the written-threats charge, he could face substantial penalties, including prison time, under state law. Prosecutors have not yet released detailed charging documents or information about a possible defense.
As the community reacts to news of the arrest, officials reiterated that safety — both online and offline — remains a priority. They encouraged anyone who encounters threatening posts or behavior to report it to law-enforcement authorities immediately so it can be investigated thoroughly.
