Officials search for man who allegedly battered federal officer

LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) — U.S. Border Patrol and the Pasco Sheriff's Office are searching for a man who allegedly battered a federal law enforcement officer, the sheriff's office said Tuesday.

The search is being conducted around the area of I-75 near Blanton Road.

The sheriff's office said the man initially stopped but then fled on foot.

Anyone who recognizes the man in the picture and has information about his location is asked to call the Pasco Sheriff's Crime Tips Line at 1-800-706-2488 and refer to case number 24037967.

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