On Wednesday, July 26th, PCSO deputies began an investigation into a reported violent attack that occurred near Bartow.
The victim stated that 21-year-old Isiah Zambrano of Bartow had physically battered her numerous times using various methods, and refused to let her leave. Zambrano also forcibly removed the victim’s backpack.
The victim said that Zambrano was assisted by his mother, Krista Willard, 41, of Bartow.
Arrest warrants have been obtained for Zambrano and Willard, on charges of Kidnapping and Robbery.
Zambrano is also facing additional charges of Aggravated Battery by Strangulation and 3-counts of Aggravated Battery.
Both suspects have extensive criminal histories.
Zambrano also has active warrants for prior crimes: a Polk County warrant for Assault & Battery, Resisting, and Methamphetamine Possession, and a Marion County warrant for Destruction of Computer Equipment, Battery, and False Imprisonment.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Zambrano and/or Willard, please contact Detective Gaiser at 863-678-4170 or [email protected].
If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on “Submit A Tip,”