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Woman Charged After Driving Into West Palm Beach Federal Courthouse

Police say the 55-year-old is held on $150,000 bond following a first court appearance, with no motive disclosed.

Overview

  • West Palm Beach police identified the driver as 55-year-old Lanesa Stubbs.
  • The vehicle entered the courthouse shortly after 11 p.m., and the driver left the scene before being located and arrested.
  • Stubbs faces one count of felony criminal mischief, appeared in court Friday, and is being held on $150,000 bond with a Feb. 14 court date.
  • Police estimate about $200,000 in damage, including to the front doors, security equipment and interior furnishings.
  • Surveillance described by investigators shows a red Chevrolet SUV circling planters and backing into the lobby, and police have not disclosed a motive.