SEFFNER, FLORIDA — A man is dead after he became a little too greedy, even for a criminal. Police say the robber approached a man on the road who was attempting to repair his broken-down truck. It all happened around 11 p.m. on Tuesday the 4th.
The robber announced his intentions, and the driver gave him numerous items. Police say the robber began to walk away, but he decided that he wanted more.
“Minutes later, the man walked back toward the driver and demanded his cell phone,” the agency wrote. “The driver, who was in fear for his life, armed himself with a gun and shot the man.”
The driver called 911 and when police arrived, they found the robber, deceased.
The Sheriff’s office says that they believe the shooting was done in self-defense, and the investigation is ongoing.
It would seem that the driver wanted nothing more than for this robber to be on his way, and only made his move when the threat came back for more. He may not have had the opportunity to act during the first encounter, but seems to have been more than ready for the second.
If you find yourself broken down on the side of the road, especially at night, you have many decisions to make. As a regular driver and not a truck driver, you can stay put inside your vehicle and call AAA or another emergency roadside service to come and assist you. Not only is it potentially dangerous because someone could catch you off-guard outside, you also run the risk of being struck by passing vehicles.
Whatever you choose to do, be mindful of your surroundings.
