Teen Arrested for Biting Off Man's Ear During Florida Beach Fight

Jack Turner, 18, faces felony battery charges after a violent altercation with Juwan Black during St. Patrick's Day celebrations on Fort Myers Beach.

Jack Turner allegedly attacked Juwan Black, biting off part of his ear during a physical altercation on Fort Myers Beach on March 17, 2025.
Video evidence shows Turner mounting Black, striking him, and biting his ear, resulting in a 'traumatic auricular amputation.'
Witnesses reported Turner used racial slurs before initiating the fight; both individuals were previously acquainted.
Turner has been charged with felony battery, released on a $50,000 bond, and is scheduled to appear in court on April 21.
The Lee County Sheriff's Office has increased patrols on Fort Myers Beach to address safety concerns during the ongoing spring break season.