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A Simi Valley man accused of tearing through a donut shop with his SUV in a fit of frustration is now facing anattempted murder chargeafter allegedly turning his vehicle toward a police officer during the chaotic series of events, authorities announced Wednesday.
Frank Leslie Blessing, 58, of Simi Valley, has been charged with attempted murder of a peace officer, assault upon a peace officer, three counts offelony vandalismand two counts of battery on a peace officer or nurse, according to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office.
The case stems from a predawn incident on May 27 at Donuts Plus on Erringer Road inSimi Valley.
Investigators say Blessing arrived at the shop around 3:30 a.m. and became very angry when he discovered the small business was closed.
Surveillancevideo released by the businessshows a gray Chevrolet Tahoe pulling into the parking lot before the driver exits and tries several times to open the front door.
After failing to get inside, the man can be seen throwing his arms up in frustration before returning to the SUV.
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Moments later, the Tahoe repeatedly slammed into the storefront, shattering the front glass and punching through the business.
The footage appears to show the vehicle becoming partially lodged inside before backing out.A donut sign was left swaying after the violent impact.
Source: California Post – Breaking California News, Photos & Videos
