Man accused of flinging jellyfish on beachgoers

[Elmore Furth]

Six people reported painful sings from a jellyfish assault in Madeira Beach, Florida by a drunken man who was loud and disorderly. Since the gentleman was carrying a 14 inch filet knife was found in his packet, he was also charged with carrying a concealed weapon. The alleged assailant who lists his employer as a brokerage firm must have been having a bad investing day.

MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. - A 41-year-old man faces charges after witness said he pretended to drown and then allegedly began to throw jellyfish at beachgoers.

According to a sheriff's office report, Keith Edward Marriott caused "concern for his safety" when he repeatedly submerged himself and floated back to the top of the water and he was also "loud and disruptive."

He then started throwing the sea creatures.

Marriott was arrested Monday and charged with disorderly intoxication and carrying a concealed weapon. According to the St. Petersburg Times, Marriott was carrying a pocketknife in his shorts.

Man accused of flinging jellyfish on beachgoers

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

1. Where is PETA when we need them?