Case type:
Argument turned violent
Location:
Defendant's Home
Initiator:
Unclear
Witnesses:
Yes
Case year:
2010
Location details: In the defendant's home in St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, on Sept. 27, 2010
What happened: George Peffly and Tyler Inglis began arguing inside Peffly's home. According to police report, Peffly pushed Inglis onto a couch and held him down by his throat. He then pushed him out of the house onto a small porch and stabbed him twice. Peffly said Inglis had attacked him with his fists so he cut him because he feared for his life. Peffly's girlfriend, who is also the victim's sister, supported Inglis' version of events.
The outcome: Peffly was charged with aggravated battery but judge granted immunity motion
Investigating agency: St. Petersburg Police
Case decision made by: Judge
Trayvon Martin’s death became controversial because circumstances leading up to the shooting cast doubt on who was to blame. The Tampa Bay Times reviewed other “stand your ground” cases for similar circumstances. The Times relied on available information, some of which may not tell the whole story. When the situation was unclear, that was noted.
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