Walton County, FL (WDNews) — A 19-year-old from Troy, Ala., is facing multiple weapons charges after deputies say he pointed a handgun at another driver during a road rage incident on Highway 98 Saturday.
According to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office, the confrontation happened November 29 near Hamon Avenue and Highway 98. Witnesses reported the driver of a black Toyota Tacoma became angry while trying to pass another vehicle, then pulled a handgun from the truck’s center console and aimed it at the victims.
A deputy responding to the call spotted the suspect vehicle moments later turning toward the Cumberland Farms gas station on MC Davis Boulevard. The Tacoma was found parked on the west side of the lot. As the deputy initiated a stop, two people got back into the truck, briefly shifting it into reverse before placing it back in park.
Both individuals were detained without injury.
Deputies identified the driver as 19-year-old Walker Phillips of Troy. Inside the truck, investigators found a black Glock 43 handgun and a Winchester firearm.
Phillips was arrested and taken to the Walton County Jail. He is charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and possession of a firearm during the commission of a felony.
With the holidays underway, the sheriff’s office shared a reminder for drivers.
“There is already so much hate, ugliness, impatience, and violence in the world. Please, remember to take a deep breath and realize moments of frustration pass and typically they are not worth ruining your life or someone else’s life over,” the agency said. “Be safe. Be smart. Be kind. We’re here if you need us.”
