TAMPA CRIMINAL BLOG: Family Speaks Out For Homeless Woman Killed In Hyde Park Hit And Run
There has been a lot written in the Tampa Bay area about Jordan Valdez and the hit-and-run she was involved in that left Melissa Sjostrom dead. The family of the homeless woman is speaking out. In a letter to the St. Pete Times, Sjostrom’s aunt is “livid” that an apparent plea deal is being offered to the 17-year-old Valdez. (read more)
Lisa Mott claimed in her letter to the newspaper that the family of the victim has not been involved with the decision making process, a claim the State’s Attorney denies. Assistant State Attorney Pam Bondi said the family’s input was sought as it is in all cases. The only information on the plea deal is that it does not involve any jail or prison time.
If you were involved in a crime in Tampa, Hillsborough or Polk County please do not hesitate to contact Darren Finebloom at 1-800-FIGHT-IT to discuss the matter. Also you can contact Darren via email or by stopping in our new Tampa office located at 3426 W. Kennedy Blvd.
