Gainesville man arrested for armed robbery after attacking man with a metal pipe; GPD says

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Gainesville Police officers say they arrested a man accused of attacking someone with a metal pipe during a robbery.

Lonnie Barton, 37, was arrested Sunday by officers for armed robbery and battery.

Officers say the victim reported Barton became upset with the him after he exposed his genitals to Barton and a witness. Barton and the witness then spoke about robbing the victim.

Barton allegedly then used a metal pipe to threaten and attack the victim, hitting him in the arm and the face, leaving a 2-inch gash on his forehead. Barton then reached into the pockets of the victim looking for money.

The victim was transported to Shands Emergency Room for treatment.

Barton is being held at the Alachua County Jail without bond.

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