Unhinged Woman Smashes Counter, Attacks Front Desk Clerk, Deputies & Guests

On July 11th, 2023, deputies in Florida were dispatched to an EconoLodge motel following reports of a woman assaulting a front desk clerk. Upon arrival, the responding deputy located the suspect in the lobby, accusing motel staff of being on the most-wanted fugitive list. The deputy instructed the suspect to stay seated as witnesses explained what had happened. Witnesses told the deputy that the suspect had smashed the plexiglass and jumped the counter, assaulting the motel clerk and causing damage to the property. Despite initial compliance with the deputy’s instructions to remain seated during the investigation, the suspect abruptly attempted to leave the scene, leading to a physical altercation in which the suspect pushed and kicked the deputy.

A bystander assisted the deputy as he secured the suspect, who continued kicking and screaming while backup was called. The situation escalated when the suspect continued to resist arrest while being secured in the patrol vehicle. The deputy’s investigation revealed that the suspect had accused the motel clerk of being a fugitive, attacked him, and then assaulted another guest who attempted to intervene. The violent outburst was witnessed by several motel staff members and guests. While the clerk chose not to press charges, the second victim, a guest at the motel, decided to pursue charges of battery.

A background check of the suspect revealed she had been previously convicted of battery in 2020. The suspect was then transported to jail for further processing. The suspect was charged with Aggravated Battery of an LEO Firefighter, EMT, etc. Battery Felony 2nd or Subsequent Offense, Resist Officer with Violence - Assault, and Breach of Disorderly Conduct.