Bail Bondsman Shot Six Times Forgives Attacker | Tampa News

A bail bondsman, shot six times in a brutal ambush during a routine arrest attempt, is recovering in the hospital after surviving an AR-15 attack that pierced his bulletproof vest. His colleagues helped him escape and apply a tourniquet before deputies arrived to face a heavily armed suspect who opened fire — sparking a deadly shootout that left two officers injured and the shooter dead by suicide. Despite the horror, the 43-year-old bondsman forgave his attacker, calling the violence a tragic misstep. Now taking his first steps toward recovery, he hopes to return home soon — a harrowing reminder of the extreme risks faced by those in the bail bond industry. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/13336b23bd73a409