Oh, Florida. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a 70-year-old man out here trying to negotiate a discount on a hitman like he’s haggling at a yard sale.
Meet Andrew Michael Mustapick, the Vero Beach senior citizen who apparently thought unlawful sexual activity with a minor wasn’t enough of a legal headache—so he decided to spice things up with a murder-for-hire plot (because, you know, why not?).
The Backstory: A Contract No One Asked For
Back in 2021, Mustapick was hit with charges after a young victim claimed he forced her into a “sex-slave contract” (yes, that’s a real phrase in a police report now). The contract allegedly included a clause requiring her to “serve” him twice a week.
But wait—there’s more! This guy was so committed to his horrific life choices that he bought a car for the victim’s friend just to make sure she could drive herself to his house. Classy.
The Plot Thickens: From Plea Deal to Hitman Shopping Spree
Fast-forward to 2025. Mustapick, facing a measly one year in prison (plus 10 years of sex offender probation), decided that was way too much inconvenience. So, naturally, his solution was to hire someone to kill the victim.
But here’s where it gets extra Florida:
- First Attempt: He tried to bribe her with $20,000 to keep her quiet. (Spoiler: She wasn’t interested.)
- Plan B: He met with an undercover detective (who he thought was a hitman) and casually dropped this gem:
“It would be cheaper just to f—ing kill her, right?”
(Ah, yes. The budget-conscious approach to crime.)
Sheriff Eric Flowers summed it up perfectly: “This guy is an absolute animal.”
The Evidence Dump: Because Why Not Make It Worse?
While under surveillance, Mustapick decided to toss electronics into the Sebastian River like he was feeding ducks. Authorities fished out a laptop and hard drive—because nothing says “I’m innocent” like destroying evidence in broad daylight.
The Takeaway
- Crime Tip: If you’re going to commit felonies, maybe don’t discuss them on camera with undercover cops.
- Life Tip: If your legal strategy involves “just kill the witness,” you might want to rethink… everything.
Now, Mustapick sits in jail, his bond revoked, and his future looking slightly less bright than his “cheaper to kill her” business plan.
Stay classy, Florida.