Four Florida men are behind bars after allegedly beating a disabled 19-year-old in a disturbing attack that was recorded and shared online, prompting outrage from local law enforcement.
Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood didn’t mince words when discussing the suspects, labeling them ‘scumbags of the week’ during a press briefing. The incident occurred October 23 at Tiger Bay State Forest, where a group had gathered for a bonfire party.
Graphic Video Sparks Investigation
Authorities say the assault lasted 30 to 40 minutes and was captured on video, which later circulated on social media. The footage allegedly shows one suspect punching the victim as he sat on a truck bed before pulling him to the ground, where others joined in the attack.
‘They decide that is going to be a really good idea to beat somebody down who can’t defend themselves,’ Chitwood told reporters. The sheriff noted the victim, who has physical disabilities, attended the party with a friend but didn’t know others there.
Suspects Face Enhanced Charges
Arrested were Cody Stripling, 18; Sebastian Bowers, 19; Logan Levesque, 18; and Casey Knight, 19. All four face enhanced felony charges and remain jailed without bond. The victim suffered a concussion and minor injuries.
Chitwood expressed disgust that no one intervened during the prolonged assault. ‘Nobody tries to stop it. They beat him down, they film it and they’re laughing,’ he said. The victim’s friend eventually helped him escape, but the incident wasn’t reported until the next day.
According to WFLA, the suspects claimed the victim made a comment about a woman in their group. In the video, someone is heard asking the teen ‘What did you do?’ before others allegedly told them to spit on him.
‘They’re all looking at felonies, and they’re looking at something that’s going to follow them for the rest of their lives,’ Chitwood warned. The sheriff’s office released footage showing the suspects’ arrests, including one asking bystanders to ‘call my Mom!’
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