Hawthorne Teen Arrested, Charged with Aggravated Assault with A Firearm

HAWTHORNE ‒ The Alachua County Sheriff's Office (ACSO) arrested a 15-year-old on Tuesday, March 29, on a weapon offense.

ACSO reports that Juvenile Relations Bureau deputies were contacted by two victims who reported they had gone to a residence where the Hawthorne teen was located to hang out during spring break.

While the two victims were outside, the Sheriff's Office said they reported that the suspect came outside holding, what they described, as a black/grey rifle, similar to an AR-15.

The individual pointed the weapon at the victims, and made “shooting” type noises, ACSO said.

According to ACSO, both of the victims fled from the residence and reported the incident to law enforcement.

ACSO confirmed that deputies located and confiscated a Diamond Back AR-15 style rifle, multiple magazines and over 100 rounds of ammunition. The suspect was arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated assault with a firearm and possession of a firearm by a minor.

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