Man Claims To Be Firefighter To Avoid Arrest, Fails

Man Claims To Be Firefighter To Avoid Arrest, Fails

A West Palm Beach man was arrested early Sunday morning after he allegedly interfered with a DUI investigation and falsely claimed to be a firefighter when deputies tried to detain him. Read more at BocaVibe.com.

According to authorities, Angel Benitez, 32, of West Palm Beach, was pulled over by Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office deputies on April 12 around midnight. The deputies had received reports of a suspicious vehicle in the area, and Benitez’s car matched the description.

Deputies Attempt to Detain Him

The deputies attempted to detain Benitez, but he allegedly resisted arrest and claimed to be a firefighter with the Boca Raton Fire Department. He told the deputies that he was on his way to respond to an emergency call.

• Benitez’s story did not check out with the fire department, which confirmed that no emergency call had been made in the area at the time.
• The deputies then attempted to use their handcuffs on Benitez, but he allegedly resisted and struggled against them.

After a brief struggle, the deputies were able to subdue Benitez and take him into custody. He was charged with resisting arrest, obstructing an officer, and providing false information to law enforcement.

Benitez’s Arrest Raises Questions

Benitez’s arrest has raised questions about his credibility and whether he had any legitimate reason for claiming to be a firefighter in order to avoid being arrested.

• The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident further to determine the circumstances surrounding Benitez’s arrest.
• Benitez is currently being held at the Palm Beach County Jail on $5,000 bond.

Benitez’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of honesty and cooperation with law enforcement. Providing false information or resisting arrest can have serious consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and damage to one’s reputation.

Stay Safe, Boca Raton

Residents of Boca Raton and surrounding areas are reminded to always follow the law and cooperate with law enforcement when stopped by deputies. Providing false information or resisting arrest can put everyone involved at risk.

Official city info: City of Boca Raton.

Source: Original Report