Pinellas County Judge Convicts Former Plastic Surgeon Dr. Tomasz Kosowski in Attorney Steven Cozzi's Murder

A Pinellas County judge found former plastic surgeon Dr. Tomasz Kosowski guilty of murder this week, concluding a high-profile case that saw Kosowski represent himself during the trial.

The conviction stems from the killing of attorney Steven Cozzi, which occurred in a Pinellas County law office bathroom. This case captured local attention due to the nature of the crime and the defendant's decision to act as his own counsel.

The murder of Steven Cozzi was reportedly the culmination of a dispute over legal fees. These fees were related to a malpractice lawsuit previously filed against Dr. Kosowski. Evidence presented during the trial included a tracking device found on Cozzi's car and DNA evidence, which played a role in the judge's decision.

The verdict came after a bench trial, meaning a judge, not a jury, heard the evidence and rendered the decision. Sentencing for Dr. Kosowski will determine the specific penalties he faces for the murder conviction.