Deputies Arrest Man Who Shot His Girlfriend, Ran Her Over, And Fled With His Daughter And Dog

Last night Christopher "Dodge" Smith shot his girlfriend near a bar in Safety Harbor and then drove off with his daughter and their dog, running over the victim as he fled. Deputies located the vehicle, attempted to stop it, and when Christopher did not pull over, the vehicle was immobilized. Christopher was arrested for Attempted Murder in the First Degree and Child Abuse. The victim is in the hospital with life threatening injuries and remains in critical condition. His daughter and dog sustained no injuries and are safe. If you or someone you know needs help regarding a domestic violence situation, please contact one of these organizations: • CASA Pinellas - 24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline: 727-895-4912 I casapinellas.org • HOPE Villages of America: 727-442-4128 I hopevillagesofamerica.org • National Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-799-7233 | thehotline.org • Pinellas County Sheriff's Office Victim Advocates: 727-582-6259