Marquise James Charged: A 35-year-old Pensacola man, Marquise James, who sustained a gunshot wound to the leg, is now facing multiple charges following an alleged stalking incident at a local hotel.
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Incident Overview
Authorities report that James arrived at a woman’s workplace in Pensacola, Florida, on Monday morning and physically assaulted her. However, the victim, who was armed, acted in self-defense by shooting James once in the leg.
The incident occurred at the Downtown Pensacola Holiday Inn around 11:30 a.m.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
James was taken into custody and charged with multiple offenses, including:
- Stalking
- Violence
- Smuggling contraband
- Possession of cocaine
- Possession of marijuana
- Resisting an officer
- Simple assault
Court records indicate that James’ bond has been set at $26,500.
Police Statement
Pensacola Police Officer Mike Wood told WEAR News that the stalking had been ongoing for an extended period. “This male individual has been using social media and phones to harass the victim,” Wood stated.
Authorities continue their investigation as James awaits legal proceedings.