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UPDATED Oct 22, 2026 at 4:20 PM ET
Oct 22, 2026 at 9:20 AM ET
Man Arrested After Attempted Sexual Battery in St. Pete Beach
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Pinellas County deputies arrested Michael Jackson, 50, after bystanders intervened in an alleged attempted sexual battery of a 29-year-old tourist in a parking lot at 4811 Gulf Blvd. Wednesday morning. Deputies said Jackson followed the woman from a beach access, pushed her down and tried to sexually assault her; he faces charges of attempted sexual battery, false imprisonment and fleeing and eluding.
WHO: Michael Jackson, 50, the 29-year-old tourist, bystanders and Pinellas County deputies.
WHAT: Deputies arrested Jackson after bystanders intervened in an alleged attempted sexual battery; he faces charges of attempted sexual battery, false imprisonment and fleeing and eluding.
WHEN: Reported Oct 22, 2026 at 8:38 AM ET
WHERE: St. Pete Beach, Florida
WHY: Deputies said Jackson followed the woman into the parking lot, pushed her to the ground and pulled down her pants in an attempt to sexually assault her; bystanders intervened and called 911, providing grounds for the arrest and charges.
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