Fort Pierce man arrested for chainsaw attack during ICE protest, police say
January 22, 2026 — Police say Fort Pierce resident Michael Barry was arrested after allegedly stepping out of his car with a chainsaw and advancing toward ICE protesters—including a 14‑year‑old boy—during a November demonstration on U.S. 1, prompting the child’s father to speak out about what he calls a dangerous escalation beyond the verbal harassment they normally encounter. (SLC Jail | WPEC)