The Story: A routine hotel dispute in Bradenton, Florida, quickly turned into a life-or-death struggle for a local Sergeant. Charles Mikkel III, a 41-year-old former Marine and Purple Heart recipient, initially seemed cooperative while discussing his past service. However, as backup arrived, the situation reached a violent breaking point. Watch the intense moment Mikkel floors the gas, slamming into the officer and carrying him on the hood of his car. The officer was forced to make a split-second decision, firing through the windshield to stop the threat. The Verdict: Charles Mikkel III survived his injuries and was charged with felony aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He was sentenced to 20 years in prison and is expected to be released in 2041. ⚖️ DISCLAIMER: This video is intended for educational, journalistic, and documentary purposes only. The footage provided is intended to offer a transparent look into law enforcement encounters and is not meant to promote violence or glorify criminal acts. Bodycam Pulse does not encourage harassment or hate speech against any individuals featured in this video. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. This video features transformative commentary and editing to provide a unique educational perspective. Stay Informed. Stay Alert. 🔔 Subscribe to Bodycam Pulse for more raw and unfiltered bodycam stories. #Bodycam #PoliceEncounters #LawEnforcement #TrueCrime #Justice #BodycamPulse #Florida