A Florida man found himself in a hospital after attempting to break into a truck, only to be beaten by the 66-year-old owner of the vehicle. The incident, which took place early Thursday morning, has been described by the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office as a classic case of “play stupid games, win stupid prizes.”
The 66-year-old truck owner was alerted by a noise outside his home and discovered 29-year-old Blake Robinson trying to break into his truck. The older man initially went back inside to grab his phone to call 911 but couldn’t locate it. When he returned outside to confront Robinson, the situation escalated quickly. Robinson attacked the older man, punching him in the head, throwing him to the ground, and kicking him in the head.
Despite the initial assault, the 66-year-old managed to defend himself. He struck Robinson, causing the younger man to fall back, which allowed the older man to escape and contact law enforcement. When deputies arrived at the scene, they found Robinson struggling to stand after the beating he received from the older man.
Robinson was taken to the hospital for treatment before being released to law enforcement. The older man required only brief medical treatment and did not sustain any serious injuries. Robinson was charged with felony battery of a person over the age of 65 and attempted burglary of a conveyance. He was booked into the Brevard County Jail on a $30,000 bond.
Sheriff Wayne Ivey took to social media to comment on the incident, noting that Robinson was “fortunate enough to be in Brevard County where he won a few prizes for being stupid.” These “prizes” included a ride to a local medical facility to check his injuries before being taken to jail, which Ivey humorously referred to as “Ivey’s Iron Bar Lodge.” At the jail, Robinson was given a “freshly washed 2 piece ensemble” and shown to his sleeping area in an “open floor plan.”
The sheriff’s post continued with a light-hearted tone, stating that Robinson “got an enhanced charge for hitting someone over the age of 65 who ended up whooping his punk butt.” Ivey concluded his post with a message to Robinson, saying, “We hope you enjoy your stay at our lodge and as we like to say here in Brevard County, ‘Mess Around and Find Out!!'”
The incident has garnered attention not only for the crime itself but also for the way it was handled by the older man and the sheriff’s office. The 66-year-old’s ability to defend himself against a younger attacker has been praised, and the sheriff’s humorous take on the situation has resonated with many.
This case serves as a reminder that attempting to commit a crime can have unexpected and painful consequences. Robinson’s attempt to break into a truck ended with him being beaten and arrested, a clear example of the saying, “play stupid games, win stupid prizes.”
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office has made it clear that they take such incidents seriously and will not hesitate to bring perpetrators to justice. Robinson’s actions not only led to his arrest but also to public humiliation, as the sheriff’s office used the incident to send a message to would-be criminals.
In the end, the 66-year-old man was able to protect his property and himself, while Robinson faced the consequences of his actions. The incident highlights the importance of being prepared to defend oneself and the potential risks involved in criminal activities.
As the story continues to circulate, it serves as a cautionary tale for anyone considering similar actions. The message is clear: in Brevard County, if you “mess around,” you will indeed “find out.”
Source: Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, Fox News
