Deputy-involved shooting in Pompano Beach, FL after responding to shots fired call; suspect Scott Simonelli charged with attempted homicide.
A deputy-involved shooting occurred in Pompano Beach, FL, after deputies responded to a shots fired call. They encountered 51-year-old Scott Simonelli, who had a semi-automatic rifle and shot at the deputies. Two deputies returned fire, striking Simonelli, who is now charged with attempted homicide of a law enforcement officer and two counts of aggravated assault. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the deputies' actions, while the Broward Sheriff's Office investigates Simonelli's crimes. The involved deputies are on administrative leave pending further investigation.
August 28, 2024
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