Woman who attacked employee at Bayshore Mall sentencing continued until next Friday

Cayla Tatum who attacked the Famous Footwear employee at the Bayshore Mall was scheduled to be sentenced today.

The case was prosecuted by DDA Stacey Eads. Tatum was represented by Mr. Luke Brownfield of the Public Defender's office.

Sentencing continued until next Friday because Judge Cissna who took the plea was not in today and,Judge Miles was calling his calendar as well. The continuance was actually a suggestion by Judge Cissna to both attorneys.

Victim and family members were in court. They spoke with Ms. Eads twice and there were letters submitted by them and their supporters.

A couple, possibly friends of Tatum were in court to support her.

Judge Miles made a reference to probation recommending some kind of evaluation for mebtal health.