A bomb threat to the Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables early Monday morning was traced to the office of the resort’s own chef.
Coral Gables police said just before 5 a.m. a 911 call was made to the department’s police and fire communications center in which a man said there was a bomb in the hotel and ‘death to all Jews’ before hanging up.
Police were able to trace the call to the Biltmore where the hotel’s phone system indicated it had come from the Executive Chefs office. Hotel security surveillance revealed that 62-year-old Thomas Hudnall was in the area at the time the phone call was placed.
In talking with police Hudnall reportedly admitted to making the threat because he wanted the hotel to be evacuated so he could have the day off.
Police said Hudnall had no intent on harming anyone of the Jewish religion. Hudnall was was arrested and charged with false report of explosive/weapons of mass destruction and transported to the Miami-Dade County Jail.
Monday afternoon, the Biltmore Hotel released this statement through their spokeswoman Danielle Finnegan:
“The actions of Mr. Hudnall are deplorable; however it never posed any credible threat. The security of guests and employees of the Biltmore is paramount and operationally, we are equipped to deal with any situation.
“We work closely with the Coral Gables police department on matters pertaining to security and have assisted them throughout this incident. All employees at the Biltmore are put through a rigorous screening process and background check.
“Upon hiring Mr. Hudnall, the regular process was adhered to. During his employment, he faced no disciplinary action and was in good standing. We are shocked and saddened by his actions but are confident that it was an isolated situation.”
Just to let all of you know I was one of the mashgichim at the Biltmore this Pesach, and Thomas was one of the best people with whom I have ever worked. The only thing is that because he was so good at his job, EVERYONE wanted something from him almost all the time. He didn’t exactly have the easiest working hours either. No one saw this coming because this was COMPLETELY OUT OF CHARACTER.
that park looked awsome
if he can’t cope with the work load – get the hell out of there!! I understand it’s a very hard time 4 the kitchen staff – the pressure, the work load, if its getting too hot in the kitchen – get out!!
I am @ the biltmore for pesach the guy who did it was a great worker! He meant no harm I know him he is just very very dume he was not a chef just a steward but called from the chef office and to # 8 rolly is still here !
Sorry but I dont blame the guy.. and to those dragging Rubashkin in.. GROW UP…
This guy said clearly he just wanted the day off.. this isnt anti semitism.
You guys are a disgrace
what happened to chef rollie?
i sent an email to them (the goverment) you can look it up on col (plead for rubashkin)
email them now at:
[email protected];
If you feel like I do that they are covering for a guy that can spew such hatred. Let them know that we will not stand for the harboring of such blatant anti-semitism. We will speak with our dollars and our publicity. untill they make a stamement that they will not tolerate this by removing him from his position and having him prosecuted to the fullest…email now
[email protected];
Antisemitism is raising very high in all world even in US.
All Europe has this poisen all over. Look what,s going on in France, England. We must admit this reality and be strong now. Look how Abama cutting the wings to Israel. Dont vote for democrats this is disaster for country and Jews. Moshiach right now- no delay.
NUMBER 2 IS RIGHT. These lousy dumbfounded judges are just having fun on the judging table, having fun with the Jews and all their nations they put aside. how dare they. those terrible judges deserve death. How terrible they keep a loving father in jail for the highest festival of all year.
as if he gets a day off if the hotel gets evacuated!
it’s just an excuse to get away with it easier. why did he have to say “death to all the jews” ???
types that need Jail Sentencing, not Rubashkin. I repeat. Rubashkin is not deserving of time in jail. Enough is Enough. Can you not get that through your thick head, you lousy Judge lady????????????
AT LEASTT HE GOT THE DAY OFF