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Florida Receiver Arrested for DUI, Alcohol Possession

Posted on June 29th, 2010 No Comments

University of Florida receiver Frankie Hammond Jr. has been arrested on charges of driving under the influence and underage possession of alcohol.

According to officials with the University of Florida Police, officers observed the 20 year-old sophomore speeding, swerving, and driving with two open bottles of whiskey in his car Sunday morning. Officer Samuel Delucca, of the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, said Hammand was driving over 45 miles per hour in a 20-mph zone and swerving on Gale Lemerand Drive on Florida’s campus shortly after 2:00 a.m.

Hammond is expected to be released from Alchua County Jail after an initial appearance in front of a judge on Sunday.

If you have been arrested and charged with Driving Under the Influence, or DUI, in the state of Florida, please contact the West Palm Beach DUI defense attorney of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Lee County Drug Operation Nets 9 Arrests, 10 Others Wanted

Posted on June 29th, 2010 No Comments

Authorities in Lee County, Florida have arrested nine people as part of a “Operation Blue Snow,” which targets people selling and trafficking cocaine and Oxycodone.

The narcotics division of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office began investigating cases of cocaine and Oxycodone trafficking in November. The operation netted nine arrests and authorities have issued arrest warrants for ten others. According to officials with the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 29 year-old Evaristo Ortiz, 28 year-old Raymond Martinez, and 20 year-old Billy Barrios were charged with trafficking an opiate derivative.

Four Fort Meyers residents, 48 year-old Karen Woodruff; 62 year-old Dave Adair; 28 year-old Morgan Thorsen and 40 year-old Terrance Roberts, were charged with sale and possession of cocaine and trafficking in opiate derivative.

The possession, sale, or trafficking of illegal drugs and narcotics are serious crimes in the state of Florida. A conviction could result in years in prison and substantial fines. If you have been charged with a drug-related crime in the state of Florida, please contact the West Palm Beach drug crime defense attorney of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Police Discover 191 Marijuana Plants in Royal Palm Beach Home

Posted on June 21st, 2010 No Comments

Police say they discovered nearly 200 marijuana plants in a Royal Palm Beach home last week.

According to officials with the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested 37 year-old Ariel Moreno Rosales, Wednesday, on charges of trafficking in marijuana, possession with intent to sell, tampering with utility equipment, and possessing a residence with the intent to manufacture cannabis. Agents executed a search warrant at Rosales’ residence in the 13000 block of North 52nd Court on Friday.

Authorities discovered 79 potted marijuana plants in three bedrooms, according to the arrest report. The report also says the three rooms were modified with industrial lighting and reflective paneling. Agents also discovered a large clear container with another 112 potted plants in a hallway.

Police report they found two clear storage bags in the kitchen of Rosales’ residence containing approximately 353 grams of marijuana. Rosales appeared to have diverted power through the attic and connected to the main line on the street, police say.

If you have been charged with a drug related crime in Palm Beach, please contact a West Palm Beach drug crime defense lawyer of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Royal Caribbean Employee Arrested for Burglarizing Customers

Posted on June 21st, 2010 No Comments

A former Royal Caribbean employee has been arrested and charged with 24 counts of burglary in Palm Beach County, after allegedly using customer information to burglarize the homes of cruise travelers.

According to the probable cause affidavit, 38 year-old Bethsaida Sandoval admitted that she and her husband were involved in the crimes, using her position with the cruise line to access victims’ home addresses. The affidavit reveals that Sandoval was “seen entering the Royal Caribbean building after hours, about 1:00 a.m. The time was documented by her door access swipe card and her computer login as she accessed the Royal Caribbean system.”

Police believe the robberies took place when the homeowners were at sea on the first nights of their cruises, and onboard ships departing from Miami or Fort Lauderdale. Sandoval and her husband reportedly used a special tool to cut through glass to enter the homes. Victims returned home to find high-value items, including property, money, and firearms, to be missing.

If you have been charged with a crime, knowing your rights is the first step to constructing a solid defense. Contact a West Palm Beach burglary defense lawyer of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Carjacking, gun violence ends in three arrests

Posted on June 18th, 2010 No Comments

Three teenagers from Riviera Beach were arrested for culpability in a murder of one Lake Park man, the shooting of a West Palm Beach man, and the torching of a stolen car.

The suspects, aged 18-years-old, 17-years-old, and 15-years-old, were taken in by Riviera Beach police, and the 17-year-old and 15-year-old were handed over juvenile authorities.

The crimes took place over last week, beginning with a carjacking of a Nissan Sentra on Monday. Midnight on Wednesday, the men robbed two men drinking in a parked car. One of the men was shot in during the crime.

Around 2 a.m. on Wednesday, shots were heard around 4260 Leo Lane. Shortly after, the Lake Park man’s car crashed into a pole only blocks away. Witnesses claim they saw the suspects trying to open the man’s car door. When police arrived, the men had fled the scene. The Lake Park man was left with two shots in his right arm, one in his chest, and one in his groin. He was transported to St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach, but died shortly after.

If you have been charged with a crime, knowing your rights is the first step to constructing a solid defense. Contact the West Palm Beach juvenile defense lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Kidnapping suspect in police custody

Posted on June 16th, 2010 No Comments

Titusville police arrested a 43-year-old man on allegations of attempted kidnapping and driving under the influence on Monday.

According to the charges leveled against the man, he was responsible for trying to lure a 13-year-old girl into his Nissan pickup truck some time in the early evening. The girl refused, and shortly afterward contacted a nearby adult. Police were informed not long after the incident took place at 7:10 p.m., and were able to patrol the area within fifteen minutes. The suspect was apprehended only two block from the site of the incident.

Once pulled over, the man offered no resistance to officers, and was identified as a 43-year-old Titusville man who had previously been charged with cruelty to a child in 2000. Authorities found lengths of rope and knives stored in the man’s truck.

Police commended the girl for immediate response to the situation and her clear thinking.

If you or someone you know have impending criminal charges or have already been charged, knowing your rights and options can make the difference. Contact the West Palm Beach assault and battery defense lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today at 561-353-2800.

Fraud investigation ends in five arrests

Posted on June 11th, 2010 No Comments

Federal investigators have arrested five Boynton Beach convenience store employees in connection a with food stamp fraud operation.

A 48-year-old from an EZ Mart, a 32-year-old from a Palm Food & Beverage, a 52-year-old from a Kwik Stop, a 50-year-old from a First Stop Foods, and a 27-year-old also from First Stop Foods were all arrested under charges of public assistance fraud. After undercover police were able to conduct 68 transactions among the stores, obtaining a total of $4,000 in five months, the employees were charged for not exchanging food stamp cards for the appropriate foods. Instead, federal investigators revealed that cash, cigarettes, and alcohol were all being purchased with the federally-backed food stamp program.

Police contended that nearly 100 people that were monitored during the investigation had violated the terms of use for their food stamp cards.

If you are facing fraud charges, knowing your rights can make the difference when building your defense case. Getting the right advice and right representation can help you today. Contact the West Palm Beach theft and fraud defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Two arrested mid-burglary

Posted on June 9th, 2010 No Comments

Two unemployed West Palm Beach men are in police custody following a felony theft case.

A 31-year-old man and a 25-year-old man have been charged with theft, burglary, fleeing authorities, and the possession of burglary tools. Upon their arrest, the owner of the house which they were robbing immediately pressed charges against the pair.

According to the police report, on Monday morning, around 10:20 a.m., officers from the Port St. Lucie department were dispatched to respond to a burglary in progress. When they arrived at the house, located in Southwest Lofgren Avenue’s 1700 block, they searched the premises. A man carrying a television towards his car was ordered to drop the television and get on the ground. Instead, the man fled the scene. The other man burst out of the house and attempted to flee from authorities as well. Both were apprehended.

If you or someone you know are facing criminal charges, a solid defense strategy from a strong legal team is your best option. Know your rights, and contact the West Palm Beach criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., today by calling 561-353-2800.

Another drive-by shooting hits West Palm Beach

Posted on June 4th, 2010 No Comments

Police have identified the victim in a drive-by shooting in West Palm Beach. She was 17-year-old.

A crowd leaving Jimmy’s Cafe at 1999 S. Military Trail in West Palm Beach at 1:44 a.m. was fired upon by a four or five males driving in a blue SUV. After the incident, witnesses at the scene dialed 911, and the authorities arrived on the scene to find one person dead. When the police arrived, they were able to locate the suspects of the crime at 10th Avenue North and Military Trail. The suspects fled from the authorities, and, after a brief chase occurred, left their SUV behind in Lake Worth at 12th Avenue South and H Street. On foot, the suspects opened fire on police, and the police returned fire.

While the suspects escaped, people have come forward to offer information on the case in order to help the police investigation. The suspects are currently believed to be hiding somewhere in the Purdy Lane and Sherwood Forest area.

If you are facing criminal charges for a violent crime, an experienced legal team is your best defense against a determined prosecution. The West Palm Beach criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., are here to help you today. Contact us by calling 561-353-2800.

Drive-by shooting injures two

Posted on June 2nd, 2010 No Comments

After a fight broke out at a Riviera Beach convenience store, two were later shot.

Around 1 a.m., a Riviera Beach convenience store in the 2500 block of Old Dixie Highway became the site of an altercation, which broke up enough that two people involved, a man and a pregnant woman, were able to leave the scene. Once they reached 33rd Street and Old Dixie Highway, someone driving by them opened fire on to the pair.

The two were taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach following the incident. Neither suffered potentially fatal injuries, although both were wounded from the drive-by shooting.

Police are still searching for the culprit of the shooting, and have yet to release to the public a description of either the car used in the incident or the individuals driving the car.

If you or someone you know are facing criminal charges, sound legal advice can be the difference between calamity and success. Know your rights. Contact the West Palm Beach criminal defense attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A., by calling 561-353-2800 to discuss your options today.

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