On March 6, 2025, at approximately 10 a.m., a road rage incident at the intersection of South US Highway 41 and West College Avenue in Ruskin resulted in the arrest of one driver after a confrontation escalated into violence.
According to authorities, 47-year-old Leonard Cako, the driver of a white van, exited his vehicle at a red light and approached the victim’s car with an aluminum baseball bat. Cako allegedly reached into the victim’s vehicle, striking and grabbing him. In response, the victim fired a flare gun, hitting Cako, who then began striking the vehicle with the bat.
Deputies identified Cako as the primary aggressor. He was arrested and charged with Burglary of Conveyance With Assault or Battery, Aggravated Assault on a Victim Over 65, and Criminal Mischief Over $1,000.
“This is another example of how quickly road rage can escalate. There’s no excuse for a driver to get out of their car and assault and threaten another driver,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “I’m glad we were able to make sure this suspect will suffer the consequences of his actions.”
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