Authorities said 48-year-old Walter Medina was arrested for allegedly abducting and torturing a woman for nearly three months.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, 48-year-old Walter Medina of Tampa met the female victim who was panhandling in January of 2024. Medina gave the victim food and narcotics.
Authorities said the victim was left alone inside Medina's van at a Walgreens for a short time on April 1, and was able to escape and get help. She had severe injuries to her face and body from the attacks, including broken ribs, deep puncture wounds, and extensive bruising, and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.Medina fled the area and authorities pursued him as he drove at speeds approaching 100 mph.
Medina will be charged by the Florida Highway Patrol for fleeing and eluding law enforcement, reckless driving, and leaving the scene of a crash involving damage to property.
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