It was a scene straight out of an old episode of Perry Mason. Sonia Colon, a Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles employee, was testifying for the defense during an administrative law hearing into false statements by Broward Sheriff Gregory Tony. The Sheriff is accused of lying on applications for a Florida driver’s license. As a result, Tony could lose his law enforcement certification and his job as Sheriff.
Tony’s defense attorney Stephen Webster used Sonia Colon‘s testimony to cast doubt on whether Tony denied a previous suspension of his driver’s license. Although she had no firsthand knowledge, Colon seemed to make the case a Driver’s License employee could have used computer shortcuts to speed up Tony’s application for a new license. The defense appears to claim Tony was unaware the employee checked “NO” for whether his license was ever suspended.
Under cross examination by prosecutor Natalie Bielby, Colon admitted she has known Tony since she was eight years old.
Colon admitted she lived two blocks from Tony when they both grew up in Philadelphia.
Colon admitted she lived with Tony at two separate apartments in Tallahassee.
Colon admitted she served as a character reference for Tony when he sought a job with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
Colon admitted she arranged Tony’s visit to the Lauderdale Lakes Drivers License office where the alleged false statement occured.
Then, Colon admitted to have a longtime “romantic relationship” with Tony.
Colon said she did not believe her relationship with Tony was relevant.
What is going on at BSO?
Why would Tony’s lawyers call Colon to testify?
Why would Tony allow an old girlfriend to testify under oath only to see her credibility destroyed?
Classic Broward
Well…”According to the SunSentinel, then newly elected governor DeSantis’s vetting of Tony was “rushed.” The governor’s office requested that a background check be performed on Tony one day before DeSantis appointed Tony to the position.” Tribune Content Agency. November 24, 2020. Classic recent Tallahassee?
I believe the relationship between the witness Sonia Colon and Sheriff Tony is totally relevant in this case. No matter how you spin it., at the end of the day, it looks like her testimony is tainted.
If you lie or don’t disclose prior convictions etc. on a Government application, that is good cause for termination. He is the Sheriff of Broward County his record has to be impecable.
that is crazy I wouldn’t have called her
I don’t know why people like to start problems and drama when this man has been Broward sheriff’s for the longest. He is a good man Leave him alone There is worst things that need to be worked on like gun violence and the thugs that are out. shooting innocent people. Gregory Tony has done a great job, and has continued to do so.
A good man you say. He is one of the worst role models for youth of any race. He is liar, a characteristic that makes him unfit for a Sheriff, or any other person who swore an oath of office. There are far better candidates for County Sheriff out there than Tony. DeSantis screwed up by appointing Tony to the Job. Hopefully Tony is looking for a job soon.
In shadows cast, a tale unfolds,
Of Gregory Tony, mysteries untold.
Appointed Sheriff, a controversial ascent,
Beneath the surface, scrutiny was sent.
DeSantis’ favor, a political dance,
A controversial choice, stirred circumstance.
The whispers of deceit, the allegations rife,
A Sheriff appointed, a controversial life.
An investigation commenced its quest,
Unveiling secrets, putting truth to the test.
Background checks revealed a complex maze,
Past infractions, concealed in a cryptic haze.
From traffic fines to funds that lacked,
A self-reported history, shadowed and black.
Changed affiliations, political game,
DeSantis’ choice now under the fame.
Lies woven into applications sent,
A Sheriff’s past, with layers unspent.
The CVSA exam, questions untold,
Revelations of LSD usage unfold.
Driver’s licenses, a trail of deceit,
History rewritten, incomplete.
Pennsylvania’s suspensions, a hidden stride,
Yet “NO” persisted, with each new guide.
A replacement license, sworn to be true,
While holding secrets, overdue.
College applications masked in the same,
A dance of deception, a well-played game.
In Coral Springs, a darker scene,
A life was taken, by acts unseen.
Chino’s demise in this intricate plot,
A tragic end, a forgotten shot.
Through verses of investigation spun,
A narrative of deeds undone.
Gregory Tony, in the scrutiny’s light,
A complex tale, a questionable flight.
Yet, amidst the shadows, the truth may find,
A Sheriff’s journey, exposed, entwined.
In the echoes of investigations past,
A poem etched, in scrutiny vast.