An officer from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office arrested 27-year old Jose Saez, after he allegedly beat another man with an 8-foot long flag pole. Saez is accused of bringing the flag pole to the victim's home with intent on using it as a weapon. It is unknown at this time what initially caused the dispute between the men.
Saez allegedly struck the victim several times in the head with the metal flag pole, knocking him to the ground unconscious. The defendant is also accused of kicking and stomping on the victim's head while he lied on the ground motionless. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene. A witness identified the defendant as the perpetrator and was found a block away from the attack. Saez faces charges of felony battery and could be sentenced up to 5 years in prison if he is convicted. The victim, whose identity has not been released, is being treated for serious head injuries at Tampa General Hospital.
I do not represent Mr. Saez, nor do I possess information that would compromise attorney/ client privileges. I am a Tampa criminal lawyer whose firm has over 100 years of combined legal experience. As a Tampa felony lawyer, I have personally handled countless felony battery cases.
The State of Florida defines felony battery as intentionally striking another individual in an effort to cause great bodily harm, permanent disfigurement or disability. The State considers this crime a third degree felony and is punishable by up to 5 years in prison. The crime of felony battery may also be enhanced the defendant is a repeat offender, if the victim is pregnant or an elderly person.
The State of Florida takes a no tolerance stance for crimes of violence. The prosecution will seek maximum penalties for charges of violent crimes and the accused will need aggressive legal representation. Contact an experienced Tampa Criminal Attorney to fight the charges against you. Do not let criminal charges determine your future. You are innocent until proven guilty in a Court of law.
