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Top 10 July Stories: Incest Case, Restaurant Owner's Death
Here's what Sarasota Patch readers were clicking on in July.
1. Sick Twist in Sarasota Incest Case
Another family member has been charged with capital sexual battery and incest in a case that took place within the Sarasota city limits.
2. Sarasota Real Estate Agent Charged in Woman's Brutal Rape
The victim said that while he was raping her, he spit on her and called her weak, according to the arrest report.
3. Bradenton Gang Member Charged in Restaurant Owner’s Death
Authorities said Rodriguez is a known gang member. He allegedly punched the restaurant owner in the back of his head, which ultimately ended his life.
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4. Arrest Made in Beating Death of Sarasota Restaurant Manager
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office will announce the arrest of the man they say is responsible for the death New Dynasty Chinese Restaurant manager Taian "Andrew" Tian.
5. Sarasota Restaurant Owner Found Severely Beaten
The owner of New Dynasty Chinese Buffet told deputies he had followed three customers who left without paying before the incident.
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6. After Trayvon Martin Ruling, 'Words Not Weapons' Urged in Sarasota
Sarasota Police Chief Bernadette DiPino urges residents to refrain from violence and seek unity when the ruling in the racially charged George Zimmerman case comes down.
7. Nik Wallenda/Festival of Boats Parade: What to Know If You Go
Here's everything you need to know for 2013's Festival Parade of Boats featuring Nik Wallenda and the annual Suncoast Super Boat Grand Prix in Sarasota.
8. Suspect in Brutal 7-Eleven Slaying Captured in Sarasota
Hillsborough Sheriff David Gee said the brutal slaying of a 7-Eleven clerk in Riverview was one of the worst he has seen in his 35 years on the job.
9. Apparent Siesta Key Stabbing Leads to Investigation
The victim told Sarasota deputies he was stabbed during a scuffle with three men along Siesta Public Beach on Saturday night.
10. Will Tropical Storm Chantal Hit Florida?
Chantal is expected to make landfall in the Dominican Republic on Wednesday.
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