Tuesday, December 2, 2008

It's Christmas season!

...and the yuletide assaults have started early!

A 37 year old Manatee County man, clearly frustrated with his living situation (he lives with his parents) has lashed out. Or, branched out.

The Parrish resident was charged with assault after he threw a 3 foot Christmas tree at his father.
When the projectile pine narrowly escaped him, he tried again, this time with the 5 lb. tree stand.

The try was thwarted as his parents managed to grab his arms, but no matter. The charge of assault still stands (even without the 5 pound base for help!), despite the man's denial of trying to strike his father.

Technically speaking, he's correct. The tree was trying to strike him.

Happy Holidays to all, and HOORAY FLORIDA!

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