Headbutting Led to Palm Harbor Man's Arrest, Say Deputies

Fistfights and scuffles at bars are nothing new, but a Palm Harbor man is accused of using a unique tactic to express his anger. His actions landed him in jail, most likely with a headache.

Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputies say Ian Raymond Scohier, 26, of Palm Harbor, headbutted Anthony Williams at the Palm Harbor House of Beer. 

Scohier was at the popular Palm Harbor bar on June 17. According to an arrest affidavit, at about 11 p.m., Williams was at a table having a drink. Scohier asked Williams if he was dating the ex-girlfriend of a friend. Williams then replied "Yes" and then Scohier headbutted Williams. The headbutting causing swelling and a cut on Williams eyebrow area.

Scohier was arrested on one charge of simple battery. The arrest report stated it appeared as though Scohier was under the influence of alcohol.

Scohier was booked into the Pinellas County Jail and released after posting $500 bond.

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