Boca Raton Man Arrested After Allegedly Calling 911 a Second Time to Demand a Black Deputy Leave His Home During Dispute With His 84-Year-Old Mother
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA — A 60-year-old Boca Raton man was arrested after he allegedly called 911 a second time during a domestic disturbance, not because of a new emergency, but to demand that a Black sheriff’s deputy leave his home.
Frederick Toder was arrested on October 27, 2026, and charged with misusing emergency dispatch services, according to an arrest affidavit from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office cited by Atlanta Black Star.
Key Facts About the Arrest
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Suspect | Frederick Toder, 60 |
| Date of arrest | October 27, 2026 |
| Location | Home on Juego Circle, Boca Raton |
| Charge | Misusing emergency dispatch services |
| Bond | $1,000, posted |
| Next court date | December 12 |
Argument With His 84-Year-Old Mother Prompts First 911 Call
The situation began when Toder called 911 during an argument with his 84-year-old mother, Marilyn. Deputies arrived at the home on Juego Circle at about 9:10 p.m. to investigate.
Son Says Dispute Began Over Mother’s Remarks About a Worker
Toder told deputies his mother wanted him removed from the house and placed in a group home or mental health facility.
He said the argument started earlier that day after his mother allegedly made racially charged comments about a Black maintenance worker at their community clubhouse, referring to the worker as Toder’s “master” and calling him a “slave” who needed to be controlled.
Mother Tells Deputies a Different Story
Toder’s mother gave deputies her own account. She accused her son of causing trouble at the clubhouse, including:
- Throwing shrimp tails on the floor
- Urinating in corners
- Damaging window blinds
She also told deputies that Toder frequently made derogatory remarks about Black people.
Second 911 Call Allegedly Targeted a Black Deputy
While some deputies looked into the claims, two officers stayed inside the home with Toder. One of them, Deputy Digsby, is Black.
According to the affidavit, Toder became angry after noticing Digsby and objected to his presence because of his race. He then allegedly called 911 again, even though deputies were already at the house.
The affidavit states there was no new emergency. Toder reportedly wanted a different group of officers because he did not want Digsby there.
Arrested About 30 Minutes After Deputies Arrived
Deputies arrested Toder at about 9:41 p.m., roughly half an hour after first arriving. He was later released after posting a $1,000 bond.
Mother’s Clubhouse Allegations Did Not Lead to Charges
According to court records, the allegations Toder’s mother made about the clubhouse incidents have not resulted in criminal charges.
A History of Alleged 911 Misuse
This is not the first time Toder has been accused of misusing emergency services. In 2016, Highland Beach police accused him of making at least eight 911 calls over four days, many about personal grievances and disputes with his parents, including arguments over holiday lights.
Officers said they had warned him several times and given him non-emergency numbers. He was arrested after he kept calling.
Earlier Battery Arrest in 2022
Toder was also arrested in 2022 on battery charges after allegedly spitting on officers during a separate encounter.
Why Misusing 911 Is a Crime
Calling 911 without a real emergency can tie up dispatchers and delay help for people who truly need it. In Florida, misuse of emergency services can lead to criminal charges.
When to Call 911 and When Not To
- Call 911 for life-threatening emergencies, crimes in progress or serious injuries
- Use non-emergency lines for disputes, noise complaints or non-urgent issues
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