A woman faces an aggravated battery charge after allegedly striking her mother with a hammer near Sebastian, according to authorities.
The incident occurred in an area near Sebastian in Indian River County. The woman was taken into custody and charged with aggravated battery following the assault on her mother.
Aggravated battery is a felony charge in Florida that typically involves the use of a deadly weapon or results in serious bodily harm. The hammer used in the alleged attack qualifies as a weapon under state law.
The investigation into the incident is being handled by local law enforcement. The woman remains in custody facing the felony charge.