# Omnibus Stupid MFers in the news thread (Part 2)

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**Created:** [January 5, 2024, 4:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/omnibus-stupid-mfers-in-the-news-thread-part-2/995657 "2024-01-05T16:15:07Z")\
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**Post date:** [May 3, 2025, 1:35pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/omnibus-stupid-mfers-in-the-news-thread-part-2/995657/4543 "2025-05-03T13:35:35Z")

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A Florida Man story with a Kentucky twist:

Shortly after winning a $167 million-plus Powerball Jackpot, James Farthing is arrested in Florida for assaulting police.

> **[$167 million Powerball jackpot winner arrested in clash with Florida deputy....](https://www.news-press.com/story/news/2025/05/02/kentucky-powerball-winner-james-farthing-jacqueline-fightmaster-florida-assault-kicking-deputy/83405477007/)**
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> Days after winning $167.3 million in the Powerball, James Farthing of Kentucky was arrested in St. Pete Beach. Reports say he kicked sheriff's deputy.

Farthing’s girlfriend, Jacqueline FIghtmaster also was charged in the incident.

Given his reported extensive criminal record, Farthing may need that jackpot to cover his bail money and fines.

\*No word on whether Farthing’s mother, Linda Grizzle, has made a statement.

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