Overview
- Deputies say a Nov. 14 confrontation in New Smyrna Beach over an unleashed dog ended with coffee thrown on the mother, her 11‑month‑old, and their Dalmatian.
- Responding officers observed dried coffee on all three, and the mother said the liquid was not hot and caused no serious injuries.
- A police affidavit states the suspect admitted throwing coffee at the dog and denied intentionally hitting the mother and child.
- Nina Kristina Jaaskelainen, 54, was booked on battery and domestic‑violence charges, has pleaded not guilty, and remains in Volusia County custody.
- ICE placed a detainer on Nov. 15 citing a tourist‑visa overstay since 1999 and says it will seek to assume custody for removal after the local case concludes.