Florida Woman Arrested for Alleged Road Rage Attack on Pregnant Driver and Elderly Bystander

Mandolyn Shaffer-Brockwell, 37, faces multiple charges including aggravated battery and resisting arrest with violence.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 2:51pm

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A 37-year-old Florida woman named Mandolyn Shaffer-Brockwell was arrested and charged in connection to a February road rage incident during which she allegedly punched a pregnant woman in the face, attacked an elderly bystander who tried to intervene, and bit a police officer's arm while resisting arrest.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the dangers of road rage and the potential for serious harm, especially when vulnerable individuals like pregnant women and the elderly are involved. It also raises concerns about the mental state and impulse control of the suspect, who allegedly reacted with extreme violence to a relatively minor driving dispute.

The details

According to police, on February 23rd Shaffer-Brockwell allegedly cut off a pregnant woman's vehicle, causing her to honk her horn. Shaffer-Brockwell then stopped short in front of the pregnant woman's car multiple times. When the pregnant woman tried to change lanes to get away, Shaffer-Brockwell is accused of jumping out of her car, approaching the pregnant woman's vehicle, opening the door, and punching the pregnant woman in the face. A 68-year-old woman who witnessed the incident then tried to intervene, but Shaffer-Brockwell allegedly scratched and hit the elderly bystander in the face. When police arrived and tried to arrest Shaffer-Brockwell, she is said to have bitten an officer's arm while violently resisting.

  • The incident occurred on February 23, 2026 in Millenia Boulevard, Florida.
  • Shaffer-Brockwell was arrested on the same day, February 23, 2026.

The players

Mandolyn Shaffer-Brockwell

A 37-year-old Florida resident who was arrested and charged in connection to the road rage incident.

Pregnant Woman

The 35-year-old victim who was allegedly punched in the face by Shaffer-Brockwell.

68-year-old Bystander

The elderly woman who tried to intervene and was allegedly attacked by Shaffer-Brockwell.

Orlando Police Department (OPD)

The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident, arrested Shaffer-Brockwell, and released details about the case.

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What they’re saying

“Video shows the suspect, Mandolyn Shaffer-Brockwell, attacking and injuring an elderly victim. The victim provided a description of Shaffer-Brockwell and her vehicle, and an officer quickly located her.”

— Orlando Police Department

“When the officer attempted to detain her, she refused to comply, violently resisted, and bit the officer while trying to avoid being handcuffed.”

— Orlando Police Department

What’s next

Shaffer-Brockwell faces multiple charges, including aggravated battery and resisting an officer with violence. She is expected to appear in court in the coming weeks.

The takeaway

This disturbing road rage incident underscores the need for greater public awareness and education around managing anger and conflict on the roads. It also highlights the risks that pregnant women, the elderly, and law enforcement officers can face when confronted with aggressive and violent behavior from other drivers.