POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Polk County Sheriff’s Office reported that John Sturgeon has turned himself in.
John Sturgeon, 53, of Winter Haven, is apparently not a fan of friendly gestures or car compliments. Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) is on the hunt for this road rage enthusiast after he allegedly assaulted a driver who dared to wave and admire his vehicle.
The incident, caught on the victim’s dashcam (because of course it was), unfolded like a scene from a bad action movie.
Sturgeon abruptly stopped his car, stormed over to the victim’s vehicle, and proceeded to deliver a punch to the face. All because the victim had the audacity to offer a wave and a kind word about his car.
Deputies could be scratching their heads, wondering if road etiquette now includes mandatory boxing gloves and a “Do Not Compliment” sign on your dashboard.
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Sturgeon remains at large, possibly hiding in his Terranova neighborhood, plotting his next attack on unsuspecting admirers.
If you spot this 5’9″, 260-lb, heavily tattooed individual, resist the urge to compliment his physique.
Instead, contact the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200 or submit an anonymous tip to Heartland Crime Stoppers.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted in the following ways:
Visit www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on “Submit A Tip”
Call 1-888-400-TIPS (8477)
Dial **TIPS from your cell phone
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