Authorities say a Miramar man turned two routine repossessions into armed showdowns, one ending with a bullet in a tow truck. Torey Eugene Williams, 46, was taken into custody this week after court records say he confronted two repossession crews last October, pointed a gun at drivers and fired a round that struck a truck. The incidents, five days apart, led to a not‑in‑custody probable‑cause filing this spring and a renewed arrest earlier this month.
Two confrontations five days apart
Davie police say the first run‑in unfolded on Oct. 10 at a shopping center at 6946 Stirling Road, where a tow driver and a spotter moved in to repossess Williams’ Lexus GS. According to an arrest warrant, Williams walked toward the crew with his finger on the trigger and told them, “Put my car down,” before climbing into the Lexus and driving away.
Five days later, officers in Miramar say a tow driver returned to the 2700 block of Riviera Drive, this time with backup. During that encounter, a shot hit the tow truck as Williams confronted the crew, according to Local10.
Investigators say Williams told police he stepped outside armed and ordered a driver to “put my muthaf---ing car down,” then claimed he slipped and the firearm fell from his hand, causing it to discharge. Detectives reviewed surveillance video that they say shows him exiting the home and turning toward the tow truck when the gun fired, details that were included in the probable‑cause paperwork.
Charges and court filings
Court records show a not‑in‑custody probable‑cause affidavit was filed on April 27, and Williams was taken into custody the following week. He faces two counts of aggravated assault tied to the Davie incident and one charge of shooting or throwing a deadly missile into a vehicle, dwelling or aircraft in the Miramar case. Broward Sheriff’s Office records list him held at the Main Jail on a $5,000 bond, according to Local10.
The case highlights the dangers repossession crews and tow operators say they can face on the job and shows how video and witness statements now heavily shape investigators’ probable‑cause findings. Upcoming court calendar entries will determine when prosecutors file formal charges and when Williams will next appear in Broward County court.
