In a disturbing incident captured on a cellphone in St. Augustine, Florida, a city worker was brutally attacked by a group of individuals. The assault, which took place in the early hours of March 3, was characterized by a series of punches and kicks delivered to the victim.
The St. Augustine Police Department has made the footage public, issuing a caution due to its graphic content, which includes explicit language and violence. Viewers are advised to exercise discretion.
The footage reveals a distressing scene where the victim, donned in a high-visibility vest, is subjected to a violent onslaught, being punched, kicked, and eventually knocked to the ground. In a desperate attempt to escape, the man is seen running down the street, only to be blindsided by a punch.
Amidst the chaos, the video captures the efforts of at least one woman attempting to intervene and halt the attack. The motives behind this violent act or the exact number of assailants involved remain undisclosed by the police.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact the St. Augustine Police at 904-825-1092.
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