Florida victim fights back against intruder, who then had to be hospitalized, police say
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}A Florida man who was attacked by an intruder on Saturday fought back, and now the suspect is in police custody, authorities said.
On Saturday around 10:20 p.m., Barry Sands was asleep at home in Miami when he woke up to what sounded like a “hysterical female banging on the front door of the residence, asking for help,” according to the arrest affidavit.
Sands opened the front door and was allegedly attacked by a man identified by police as Mark Katsnelson, 35, court records said.
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A Florida man opened the front door of his home and that is when he was attacked, court records say. (The Miami-Dade Corrections and Rehabilitation Department)
Katsnelson forced his way into the home as he was striking Sands with his hands, the complaint said, adding that Sands had a cut on his lip and toe as a result of the alleged attack.
Sands punched Katsnelson several times in the face in what seemed to be a case of self-defense, police said. He then called 911.
{{#rendered}} {{/rendered}}Katsnelson suffered facial injuries and was transported to medical facilities in Florida for treatment.
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He has been charged with burglary with assault or battery, police said, adding that he is being held without bond.