Attorney For Former Hialeah Cop Accused Of Kidnapping, Beating Homeless Man Said He'll Be Exonerated

CBS Miami

January 31, 2023

Attorneys for two Hialeah police officers charged in the kidnapping and beating of a homeless man appeared in court on Friday.

Both Lorenzo Orfila, 22, and Rafael Otano, 27, have been charged with armed kidnapping and battery. Orfila is facing an additional charge of official misconduct by a public servant and battery.

"He's not guilty, he looks forward to going to trial. We believe wholeheartedly that'll he'll be exonerated completely," said Robert Barrar, Orfila's attorney.

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