Florida man sentenced after pleading guilty to May attacks that injured four

Justin Bryant, 36, received a 40-year prison sentence in the Florida Department of Corrections for a series of brutal stabbings that occurred on May 30, 2024. The attacks, which injured four people, rocked a quiet neighborhood and prompted a massive law enforcement response.

According to the Levy County Sheriff’s Office, Bryant of Morriston was under the influence of drugs when he launched the unprovoked attacks. The victims sustained severe physical injuries and are also dealing with lasting emotional trauma. The motive for the stabbings remains unclear.

Following a search involving all available Levy County deputies and Williston Police Department officers, Bryant was quickly apprehended. This swift action, a

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