The victim in this case was later located at the hospital and was observed to have extensive head and scalp lacerations. The victim did not sustain any other blood-letting injuries.
The victim stated that he was in his apartment suite when his roommate demanded money
from him so that he could purchase crack cocaine.
The victim refused to give the suspect money and as a result, the suspect attacked the victim with a metal pipe, initially while they were inside the residence.
The victim then fled the apartment suite and was chased by the suspect.
The victim was struck numerous times by the suspect as he fled through the hallway, down the stairs and out the main entrance door.