Sheriff’s Report

This report is for activity Sept. 8 to 14:

FRIDAY, SEPT. 8


• A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for faulty equipment. The driver was identified as Patrick Manges. Further investigation revealed Manges had a stolen firearm in his possession, along with marijuana and THC butter. He was additionally charged with possession of narcotics with intent to sell and possession of a weapon during the commission of a felony. Manges was arrested and transported to the Wakulla County Jail. Deputy Zac Monroe investigated.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 9

• Deputy Todd Kent responded to Mossy Drive reference a theft. Darren Murphy reported his two katana swords stolen. Darren identified a possible suspect in the case. Darren advised the swords were real and valued the swords at $250-300. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.

MONDAY, SEPT. 11

• An employee reported an unknown white female taking items from the Dollar General, at 3134 Crawfordville Highway, without paying for them. The investigation identified Joyce Andrew as the suspect in the case. Andrew was located by deputies and provided with a notice to appear in court for the theft. Deputy Kory Smith investigated.

TUESDAY, SEPT. 12

• Deputy Arturo Cordoba responded to the Wakulla Health Department in reference to a complainant finding some clothing and other items in the wood line. Upon arrival Deputy Cordoba took possession of two bags of clothes and some miscellaneous medications. The property was turned in to Evidence for destruction.
• Deputy Kory Smith responded to Flossy’s Hair Salon in reference to the owner finding anti-theft devices in the parking lot. Upon arrival Deputy Smith took possession of four anti-theft “push-outs” from the complainant. Deputy Smith then made contact with staff at Walmart. Walmart confirmed the devices were theirs but was unable to tell when they were stolen.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 13

• Deputy Dakota Haddock responded to Walmart in reference  to multiple thefts occurring over several days. Contact was made with asset protection staff who advised two females and a male entered the store and stole miscellaneous items passing the last point of sale multiple times the last few days. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.
• Deputy Jake Scott responded to a home on Mohican Trail to speak with James Hooker, who reported his ex-boss pointed a gun at him a couple of weeks ago. Hooker said he didn’t report the incident earlier because was worried for his family’s safety. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.

THURSDAY, SEPT. 14

• Anthony Mildred reported his storage unit had been burglarized. Mildred stated a guitar was valued at $800 was the only thing taken. There were cameras, however they were outdated and non-working. Lt. Gibby Gibson investigated.
• Micahlyn Jeziorski reported fraudulent activity on a business’s bank account. Jeziorski reported an employee had deposited a fraudulent check into their personal account in the amount of $2,951. An affidavit for prosecution was signed by Jeziorski. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Zac Monroe investigated

Report suspicious or illegal activity at 850-745-7100, or call 911 for emergencies.