A driver in Florida was arrested, accused of attempting to strike members of an LGBTQ+ running group with his Ford Bronco on Monday night, authorities said.

The West Palm Beach Police Department (WPBPD) charged 43-year-old Ihab Mustafa El Mahmoud in the incident, according to a press release from Night Runners WPB.

El Mahmoud previously became agitated after a perceived comment from a male running group member, police said. He faces two counts of aggravated assault with intent to commit a felony and one count of reckless driving . Officials are also reviewing the case for possible enhancement under Florida’s hate crime statute, the press release added.

Newsweek reached out to the WPBPD for more information via email Wednesday. It is unclear if El Mahmoud has legal represent

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