Suspect Arrested after Man, 75, Beaten during Fort Lauderdale Home Invasion Robbery
Arrest Made in Tragic Incident
Police have arrested a man accused of severely beating a 75-year-old man and stealing his car and $4,000 in cash during an armed home invasion robbery in Fort Lauderdale.
Suspect Identified
Joseph Soini, 48, was arrested early Saturday and charged with grand theft auto and possession of cocaine.
Home Invasion Details
Fort Lauderdale Police responded to the scene in the 2900 block of Banyan Street after receiving reports of a home invasion shortly before 10:30 p.m. Friday. According to police, once at the home, officers found the elderly man severely beaten. He was transported by Fort Lauderdale Fire Rescue to the Broward Health Medical Center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
Security Camera Footage
Security camera footage provided by management shows the moments Soini entered the apartment building. He’s seen entering the elevator and going to an apartment upstairs, and less than 10 minutes later, he’s back on the first floor.
Incident Unfolds
When the victim confronted the suspect, Soini attacked him, struck him with a trophy and attempted to strangle him. Soini then fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle, taking his bicycle and about $4,000 in cash, police said.
Arrest and Investigation
Around 1:20 a.m. Saturday, officers and a Broward Sheriff’s Office helicopter found the suspect in the stolen vehicle near 330 N. Federal Highway, where officers deployed a grappler to immobilize the vehicle. Soini was then taken into custody and booked into jail. Police said the investigation into the home invasion is ongoing and additional charges could be filed.
Conclusion
The arrest of Joseph Soini marks a significant step forward in resolving this disturbing incident, and law enforcement officials are working tirelessly to ensure justice is served. Our thoughts are with the victim and his family as they recover from this traumatic event.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was arrested in connection with the home invasion?
Joseph Soini, 48, was arrested and charged with grand theft auto and possession of cocaine. - What happened during the home invasion?
The suspect, Soini, attacked the 75-year-old man, striking him with a trophy and attempting to strangle him. He then fled the scene in the victim’s vehicle, taking his bicycle and about $4,000 in cash. - How was the suspect apprehended?
The suspect was arrested after being found in the stolen vehicle near 330 N. Federal Highway, where officers deployed a grappler to immobilize the vehicle. - What are the charges against the suspect?
Soini is facing charges of grand theft auto and possession of cocaine. Additional charges could be filed as the investigation continues.
