Overview

• Marius Mutu, 43, was arrested after forcibly restraining an 11-year-old girl he suspected of egging his apartment in Tampa, Florida.
• The incident occurred Saturday afternoon at the Allison Park Place apartment complex and was captured on video by neighbors who intervened and called 911.
• Mutu claimed he intended to photograph the girl for apartment management but instead chased and pinned her to the ground, leading to her screams for help.
• Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister condemned Mutu’s actions as 'reprehensible,' emphasizing the importance of child safety and accountability.
• Mutu, who began working as a parking enforcement specialist for the City of Tampa just last week, has been suspended pending a criminal and administrative review.