Houston-area man, Connor Bennett, found himself behind bars after allegedly assaulting a disabled individual, authorities said. Deputies from Constable Mark Herman's Office responded to the scene of the disturbance on Freestone Peach Lane last Saturday.
According to officials, Bennett was quickly identified by the deputies who arrived in response to the incident. The investigation that followed, led to the discovery that the victim, a disabled person had sustained physical injuries from the assault. Pain and visible injury were reported, per details released by the constable's office.
"Conner Bennett was arrested and booked into the Harris County Jail, charged with Injury to a Disabled Person," Constable Mark Herman stated in a news release. Bennett's bail was subsequently set at $20,000.00, specified by the 230th District Court.
Full details of the confrontation have not been released, and it remains unclear what prompted the altercation. The charges levied against Bennett highlight the serious nature of the crime, indicating the legal system's commitment to protecting vulnerable members of the community. For more on this developing story, stay tuned to our latest updates.
For additional information and updates on the incident, members of the public can refer to the official Facebook post by Constable Mark Herman's Office.
