Deerfield-News.com Deerfield Beach,Fl-Tuesday a Deerfield Beach resident was robbed and assaulted at a City of Deerfield Beach park restroom.The incident happened at Johnnie McKeithen Park at 629 N. Deerfield Ave in Deerfield Beach.The victim sustained multiple injuries and was hospitalized.His wallet and ID were stolen along with the assault he suffered.
BSO is seeking your help in catching the 3 assailants .Video of the victim at BSO is available on our Facebook page.
INSURANCE SALESMAN ROBBED AND ASSAULTED AT DEERFIELD BEACH PARK
An elderly insurance salesman was attacked and robbed Tuesday after stopping to use the bathroom at a Deerfield Beach park.
The 75-year-old victim walked in to use the restroom around 3:30 p.m. at Johnnie McKeithen Park. After exiting the stall, he was attacked by two men while a third remained by the door as a lookout. The victim was knocked to the floor, and then one of the suspects wrapped his arm around his neck in a choke hold until he lost consciousness.
When the victim regained consciousness, his wallet and cellphone had been taken. He was transported to Broward Health North with minor injuries. He was treated and released.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact BSO Robbery Detective Neil Munson at 954-321-4270. If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477) or online at browardcrimestoppers.org. Anonymous tips that lead to an arrest are eligible for a reward of up to $3,000.
