Robbery Suspect in Custody After Battering Woman and Stealing Tablet

September 25, 2017

DeFuniak Springs, FL – Officers with the DeFuniak Springs Police Department responded to the area of S 18th Street on September 25, 2017 in reference to a Robbery.  A female advised that a man she knew as “Zuke” had driven up behind her while she was walking down the road.

The victim stated the suspect got out of his vehicle and jumped on her, striking her in the head multiple times.  He then took her computer tablet from her purse and fled the area.

After searching the area, officers located the suspect’s vehicle and conducted a investigative traffic stop. 48 year old Andy “Zuke” Williams of DeFuniak Springs was identified as the driver.  Williams was detained and transported to the Police Department where he voluntarily spoke with Officers and a Detective concerning the incident.

During the interview, Williams denied assaulting the victim and advised the tablet was a gift.  A search warrant was obtained for the suspect’s residence and the tablet was located.

Williams was arrested and transported to the Walton County Jail where he was booked on charges of Robbery, Battery, and Theft.  He is currently being held on a $10,000 bond.  The victim sustained minor injuries and refused medical treatment at the scene.