Teen Kidnaps and Repeatedly Robs Disabled Margate Man

A man is facing a slew of serious charges after Margate Police say he kidnapped, exploited, and repeatedly robbed a disabled man.

According to an MPD arrest report, Donte Antwon Dixon Jr., 19, of Pompano Beach, was arrested on August 1 in connection with a string of crimes against a 22-year-old victim, who has autism and diabetes.

Records show the victim told police that Dixon, whom he knew, approached him on July 8 near a CVS Pharmacy and forced him into his vehicle by threatening to retrieve a firearm and harm the victim or his family. The victim told officers he had previously given Dixon $280 voluntarily, but the latest incident escalated into threats…

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