BUNNELL, FL – A Palm Coast man has been arrested after throwing a rock at another driver during a road rage incident. The golf ball-sized rock hit the victim in the face, causing minor injuries.
The victim contacted FCSO Communications while traveling eastbound on State Road 100. He reported that a mid-30s male driving a Ford F-150 had thrown a rock at his vehicle while at the intersection of SR-100 and Old Kings Road. The rock entered the open passenger window, hit the windshield, and bounced off the dashboard before hitting the victim in the face. The victim had a minor injury to his face when deputies arrived.
Through investigative means, deputies, dispatchers, and the FCSO Real Time Crime Center were able to identify and then locate the suspect’s vehicle in Flagler Beach. 32-year-old Peter Cicacci-Blackwell was arrested on charges of Throwing a Missile into a Vehicle, Criminal Mischief, and Battery – Simple. He was transported to the Sheriff Perry Hall Inmate Detention Facility and later released after posting $16,500 bond.
“Even though it may seem relatively minor, the rock could have caused significant injury,” said Sheriff Rick Staly. “Drivers need to remember to control their anger and don’t escalate incidents. Call us instead and let our deputies investigate the situation. Otherwise, you will see the inside of the Green Roof Inn and that could have been avoided if you control your anger and actions.”
