Joseph Malinowski, who gained internet fame because of his risky decisions to ride out Hurricane Helene and Milton on his 20-foot sailboat, was arrested Friday on multiple charges including failing to appear in court, Tampa police said.
Malinowski, 54, known as "Lieutenant Dan," was arrested on two outstanding warrants for failure to appear in court and a misdemeanor charge of trespassing in a city park after warning, police said in a statement.
Tampa police try to persuade "Lieutenant Dan" to leave for his safety, on Oct. 9.
He was told to leave the Bayshore Linear Park and Dock but was still there Friday morning, police said.
Malinowski was taken to the Hillsborough County Jail, and his vessel was impounded, police said.
Malinowski survived Hurricane Milton aboard his sailboat after capturing national attention when TikTok creator Terrence Concannon posted a series of videos about his experience riding out Hurricane Helene.
He drew concern and scrutiny over his decision to remain at sea during the deadly storms. »
