Marianna, Florida - April 30, 2012 -

MPD Release

On 27, April 2012 officers of the Marianna Police Department attempted to stop a vehicle entering into Marianna Garden Apartment. As officers attempted to conduct the stop, the drivers refused to comply. Officers made contact with the drivers as they parked their vehicles in front of “J” building. Officers requested identification and the parties refused to cooperate. After causing a commotion within the complex, both suspects were arrested. While affecting the arrest officers of the Marianna Police Department were struck with fists and threatened with a wooden stick. Keioshia Lashwantae Mckinnon and Simone Monique Butler were charged with Battery on law enforcement officer, resisting arrest with violence along with public affray, and transported to the Jackson County Jail Facility where they will be held for first appearance.