Man accused of attacking South Florida mom and son in Fort Lauderdale
Police have charged Hutch Benjamin, 44, with two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
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Police have charged Hutch Benjamin, 44, with two counts of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Police describe the suspect as a black man between 16 and 21 years old with a short afro.
The mother, who identified herself only as Chrissy, said the assailant approached them from behind and began yelling at her son.
Fort Lauderdale police said they responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 1300 block of Northwest 13th Court Wednesday morning.
Anyone with information is urged to call police.
The suspect is said to have fled in a dark colored vehicle, according to police.
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The investigation was taking place in the area of Southwest 15th Avenue and 11th Street.
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The suspect was arrested and is facing several charges, including the use of a deadly weapon on a police animal.
The K-9's handler was able to get the dog to an emergency veterinary hospital for treatment.
FLPD said that SW 4th Avenue is currently closed in both directions from SW 15th to 17th Street as officials direct traffic in the area.
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Anyone with information is asked to call the police or Broward County Crime Stoppers.
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Anyone with information is asked to call the police or Broward County Crime Stoppers.
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