Generally, when we brag on the resort amenities in our beautiful slice of paradise, we mean things like beach chairs, towels, and maybe a nicely blended frozen drink.
What is not included is helping yourself to employee-only equipment or punching a 72-year-old resort staffer when told no.
Tuesday, June 9th, Walton County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to Beachside Two after a guest reportedly decided a pool umbrella from the employee area was his for the taking. His entitled judgment call quickly led to an argument in the hallway.
While the initial scuffle was not caught on camera, the rest, unfortunately for Collin Ross, 30, of Memphis, Tennessee, was.
Witnesses and video showed the two separated, the older man on the ground, and Ross choosing that moment to repeatedly hit the victim in the face despite zero resistance or threat.
The victim suffered multiple injuries. Ross ended up with a dislocated shoulder. Both were taken to Sacred Heart for treatment. Only one left with a felony.
Ross was arrested for felony battery on a person over 65. He was released today on a $5,000 bond.
