NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 21, 2026Hillsborough
Auburndale police arrest man for attempted murder following domestic shooting
Police arrested 20-year-old Danford Thornton-Swain on Friday after he allegedly fired shots at his girlfriend while she was holding her child. The incident occurred during a domestic disturbance in the area of Timothy Street.
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This incident involves a violent crime and subsequent police intervention in a local neighborhood, resulting in the arrest of a suspect.
Key Facts
- Danford Thornton-Swain, 20, was arrested by the Auburndale Police Department.
- The arrest follows an incident involving gunfire directed at a woman holding her child.
- The incident occurred on Friday at 11:45 a.m.
- The location of the disturbance was identified as the area of Timothy Street.
Who's Mentioned
locationMotel 92“Location where the suspect was tracked down”locationHighway 92 W“Area where the suspect fled”locationTimothy Street“Location of the initial domestic disturbance”personDanford Thornton-Swain“20-year-old suspect arrested by police”locationErnest Drive“Location of the initial domestic disturbance”other20“Age of the suspect”organizationAuburndale Police Department“Law enforcement agency that conducted the arrest”