Authorities have apprehended three suspects in connection with an incident caught on camera, in which a subject deliberately collided with a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy.
Three arrests have been made in connection with an incident captured on body camera footage, wherein a suspect deliberately crashed into a Hillsborough County sheriff's deputy.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office announced the arrests on Tuesday. The incident, which transpired on Monday, was captured on the deputy's body camera.
Florida Bodycam Footage Reveals Suspect Intentionally Hitting Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputy
According to the sheriff's office, the deputy was attempting to conduct a traffic stop on a vehicle when the suspect, identified as 23-year-old Justin Davis, intentionally rammed his vehicle into the deputy's cruiser.
The impact caused the deputy's cruiser to overturn, and the deputy was transported to a local hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Florida Bodycam Footage Reveals Suspect Intentionally Hitting Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputy
Davis was arrested at the scene and charged with aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, fleeing and eluding law enforcement, and driving with a suspended license.
Two additional suspects, identified as 24-year-old Ashley Garcia and 26-year-old Michael Smith, were also arrested in connection with the incident. Garcia and Smith were allegedly passengers in Davis's vehicle.
Florida Bodycam Footage Reveals Suspect Intentionally Hitting Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputy
Garcia was charged with resisting arrest without violence, while Smith was charged with possession of cannabis.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office stated that the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Florida Bodycam Footage Reveals Suspect Intentionally Hitting Hillsborough County Sheriff's Deputy
This incident underscores the dangers that law enforcement officers face on a daily basis. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office praised the deputy for his bravery and professionalism, and expressed gratitude for his safe recovery from the incident.
The arrests of Davis, Garcia, and Smith demonstrate the commitment of the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office to apprehend and hold accountable those who target law enforcement officers.
The investigation into this incident is ongoing, and additional charges may be filed.
