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Public Defender Attacks, Robs Former Client in Shocking Incident

7/20/2025

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A shocking incident unfolded near the Sonoma County Courthouse in Santa Rosa, California, when public defender Leon Simms, 44, violently attacked and robbed his former client. The assault, which occurred around 12:30 p.m. Thursday, left the defender with serious injuries. Simms now faces grave charges, including robbery and attempted kidnapping, as police urge witnesses to come forward.

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A shocking incident unfolded near the Sonoma County Courthouse in Santa Rosa, California, when public defender Leon Simms, 44, violently attacked and robbed his former client. The assault, which occurred around 12:30 p.m. Thursday, left the defender with serious injuries. Simms now faces grave charges, including robbery and attempted kidnapping, as police urge witnesses to come forward.