Sheriff’s Report
Activity reported for the week of Aug. 5 to 11:
FRIDAY, AUG. 5
• Janet Martin reported a person applied for unemployment using her personal information. The incident in question occurred sometime in 2020 while she was in Michigan. Martin needed a report written for IRS purposes only. Deputy Kendrick Gavin investigated.
• Deputy Andrea Farmer responded to Harley Davidson Lane in reference to the homeowner finding a baggie he thought may have contained drugs. The baggie was collected and turned over to Property and Evidence for destruction.
SATURDAY, AUG. 6
• Ellen Romika woke up to discover her vehicle missing. The vehicle is described as 2021 white Kia Rio bearing with a Florida tag. Romika estimated the vehicle’s value at approximately $19,000. The vehicle was entered into FCIC/NCIC as stolen. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Carla Skelly investigated.
• Deputy Arturo Cordoba responded to the Winn-Dixie parking lot in reference to a wallet lost approximately three weeks ago. The complainant said he left his wallet on the back of his truck and drove away. He stated his credit card was used a couple of times for small purchases. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.
• Deputy Kory smith responded to Persimmon Road in reference to a vehicle on fire near a house. Upon arrival the fire was being extinguished by Wakulla County Fire Rescue. The truck was a total loss. The owner estimated the loss at $50,000.
SUNDAY, AUG. 7
• Deputies responded to a possible burglary in progress. The complainant stated James Savage was breaking into the vacant home of a deceased individual. Once on scene contact was attempted with Savage but he fled on foot. After a brief pursuit Savage was taken into custody. As deputies were chasing Savage two unknown subjects were seen exiting the home and were quickly detained. The unknown subjects were identified as Maria Brown and Enrique Correa. All subjects freely admitted to breaking into the home. Several items were discovered on the ground next to their vehicle. The items were photographed and collected for evidence. Savage, Brown, and Correa were all arrested and charged with burglary. Additionally, Savage was charged with resisting without violence.
MONDAY, AUG. 8
• Lani Nash reported a fraudulent charge on her bank account for the amount of $229 to a “Go Daddy” account. Nash advised she had been notified her bank about the incident. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Ernesto Trujillo investigated.
• Representatives with the City of St. Marks reported three “Protect the Marsh” signs were stolen on Sunday, Aug. 7. The signs have a combined value of $360. Deputy Rudolph Hinson investigated.
TUESDAY, AUG. 9
• Tim Matthews reported multiple items totaling approximately $2,595 being stolen from his residence. yard and shed. Matthews stated this occurred during the time he was deployed. A suspect has been identified in this case. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Rudolph Hinson investigated.
• Deputy William Bennett responded to an address on Crawfordville Highway reference a found bicycle. The bicycle was located in the woodline. Deputy Bennett retrieved the bicycle and placed it into property for safekeeping until the owner can be located.
WEDNESDAY, AUG. 10
• Deputy Arturo Cordoba responded to Rock Landing Dock in reference to a theft. The victim, Andrew Keith, stated he parked his bicycle on the dock and went fishing. Keith said when he returned his bike was missing and he was unable to locate it.
THURSDAY, AUG. 11
• Anthony Walker was arrested for trespass after warning, after staff observed him at Walmart. Walker had previously been issued a trespass warning for the location and advised not to return. Deputy Arturo Cordoba located Walker inside of the store and placed him under arrest for trespass after warning.
Please remember to always report suspicious or illegal activity at 850-745-7100, or call 911 for emergencies.