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Fort Lauderdale Mayor’s Ex Charged in Alleged Attack as Prosecutors Seek Transfer

Prosecutors seek a governor reassignment over a conflict posed by the mayor’s status as the alleged victim.

Overview

  • Daniel James Curran, 34, was arrested and charged with felony battery on a person 65 or older and violating a domestic-violence injunction.
  • An affidavit says Curran pushed Mayor Dean Trantalis outside his home, then grabbed his leg and dragged him about 15 feet, injuring his wrist, leg and knee.
  • Police said they found Curran at the mayor’s residence despite an active protection order that barred him from approaching the property.
  • A judge set bond at $6,000 and ordered no contact, no return to the location, and no firearms or ammunition; Curran posted bond and was released.
  • The Broward State Attorney’s Office asked the Governor’s Office to assign the case to another jurisdiction, and court filings seek a permanent restraining order.