New York Man Jumps Counter, Spits at Deputies After Being Denied More Alcohol

A New York man is in custody following a chaotic and violent scene at a local liquor store. The man, identified as Jeffrey Kimmel, 38, of Wappingers Falls, New York, was arrested Wednesday after he reportedly jumped on a store counter, broke bottles, and later resisted arrest by spitting blood at deputies.

The incident began just after 2 p.m. at Sharps Discount Liquors when a store clerk refused to sell Kimmel more alcohol. According to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office, Kimmel had already purchased and consumed four shots before returning for more. When he was denied, his behavior escalated.

Store employees and customers were forced to lock themselves in a back room as Kimmel, who was armed with a large kni

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