SRSO plans to arrest 10, 12, 17-year-olds for throwing objects at cars from Jones Overpass
The Santa Rosa County Sheriff's Office is planning to arrest three children on felony charges for allegedly throwing objects at cars from the SA Jones Overpass.
After multiple incidents over several months, the SRSO told the News Journal that warrants are being prepared for a 10-year-old, 12-year-old and 17-year-old for throwing objects from the overpass above Interstate 10.
The SRSO confirmed to the News Journal that all three are expected to be arrested on charges of throwing deadly missiles, felony criminal mischief and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Both the SRSO and Florida Highway Patrol are continuing an investigation into the case.
"This story will be updated as more information becomes available."
This article originally appeared on Pensacola News Journal: SA Jones Overpass vandalism incidents leading to arrests
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