Florida Man Weekly Roundup: Sword-Swallowing Push-Ups, Naked DoorDash Grabs, and the World's Slowest Police Chase — June 12, 2026

Another week in the Sunshine State, another batch of headlines that could only come from Florida. Whether it's gators, sharks, swords, or fake lawyers — Florida Man never disappoints. Welcome to your Friday Florida Man Weekly Roundup, where we celebrate the chaos, the courage, and the completely unhinged energy that makes this state the greatest on Earth.

Grab your tumbler, throw on your favorite hat, and let's get into it.

🗡️ Florida Man Does Push-Ups While Swallowing a Sword — Sets World Record

You know how some people think regular push-ups are hard? Well, Tampa variety performer Noah Royak decided that was too easy — so he swallowed a 17-inch steel blade and then cranked out 25 push-ups.

Yes, you read that right. Twenty-five push-ups with a sword down his throat.

He pulled off this absolutely unhinged feat on April 29 at the Bella Prana Yoga Studio in Tampa, officially breaking the Guinness World Record for most push-ups while sword swallowing. The previous record of 20 was held by a German competitor, because apparently this is a thing people compete in internationally.

"I'm constantly looking at unusual Guinness World Records titles and asking myself, 'What can I do that's a little crazier?'" Noah told Guinness World Records. Classic Florida Man energy right there. 🏆

Source: Guinness World Records

🚪 Naked Florida Man Grabs DoorDash Driver During Delivery

A DoorDash delivery in Cocoa took a horrifying turn when a 20-year-old man answered the door completely naked and grabbed the driver as she tried to leave.

According to the Cocoa Police Department, Jamar Carter had ordered food from Denny's through DoorDash. When the driver arrived to drop off the order, Carter came out with no clothes on and grabbed her, pressing himself against her and trying to restrain her movement.

Fortunately, the driver managed to break free, jumped into her car, and drove straight to Cocoa police headquarters to report the incident. That's quick thinking under the worst circumstances. 💪

Carter initially denied even placing a DoorDash order that day — but investigators found email receipts on his phone confirming it. He was arrested and charged with attempted kidnapping and attempted sexual battery. He was released on a $40,000 bond and is due back in court on June 25th.

DoorDash permanently banned Carter from the platform and released a statement calling the incident "absolutely abhorrent." We couldn't agree more. Stay safe out there, delivery drivers. 🙏

Source: Click Orlando / News 6

👔 Palm Bay Man Shows Up to Traffic Stop in a Full Suit, Pretends to Be a Lawyer

When deputies in Brevard County pulled someone over during a routine traffic stop on June 10, they didn't expect a second car to roll up with a guy in a full suit and tie claiming to be the driver's attorney.

But that's exactly what Edward Correll, 52, of Palm Bay allegedly did. He walked up to the active traffic stop looking like he just left a courtroom, told deputies he was the driver's lawyer, and attempted to intervene. Plot twist: he is absolutely not a lawyer.

Deputies arrested Correll for impersonating law enforcement. Even better? This reportedly isn't his first rodeo — he was previously arrested in Sarasota County for slapping emergency lights on his car. Florida Man really said "Suits, but make it crime." 😂

Source: Click Orlando / News 6

🏍️ "A Pursuit Implies Speed" — Florida Man Leads World's Slowest Motorcycle Chase

At 2:23 in the morning on a quiet Friday in Flagler County, deputies attempted to pull over Brian Swartz, 33, on his motorcycle. What followed was one of the slowest police pursuits in Florida history.

Instead of speeding off or pulling over, Swartz apparently just… kept going. Very, very slowly. So slowly that the Flagler County Sheriff's Office couldn't even bring themselves to call it a chase.

"A pursuit implies speed," the sheriff's office said in their release. 💀

Swartz was eventually taken into custody and charged with fleeing. But honestly? We respect the energy. Sometimes you just don't feel like going fast.

Source: Click Orlando / News 6

🐊 Broward County Man Gets Bit in the Face by an Alligator at a Tourist Attraction

In what might be the most Florida sentence ever written: Edil Kasenov, a Broward County social media influencer, is suing an Orange County airboat company after an alligator allegedly bit him in the face during an animal encounter experience.

According to the lawsuit filed in May, Kasenov visited Airboat Rides at Midway for one of their up-close gator encounters. The company says guests are told to keep the gator's mouth pointed away from their face. Kasenov says the company didn't do enough to protect him. The gator, presumably, has no comment.

Look, we love our gators here in Florida — but maybe from a respectful distance. Just saying. 🐊

Source: Click Orlando / News 6

🦈 Navy Employee Attacked by Shark During Lunch Break Swim in Panama City

Rounding out this week's coverage on a more serious note: a U.S. Navy base employee near Panama City was left in critical condition after a shark attack during a lunchtime swim earlier this week.

The attack, which was captured on video by bystanders, happened right off the Naval Support Activity Panama City base. The victim was pulled from the water and rushed to a hospital. We're sending all the good vibes for a full recovery.

It's a reminder that Florida's wildlife doesn't clock out just because you're on break. Stay safe out there. 🙏

Source: ABC News

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That's your roundup for this week! Check back next Friday for a fresh batch of Florida Man headlines. Stay wild, stay local.