FRIDAY, OCT. 27
• Deputy Jake Scott responded to Winn-Dixie in reference to someone passing two fake $20 bills. The store did not want in investigation just a report of the incident.
• A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle and trailer for no tag displayed. The driver identified as Angel Ramirez, was discovered not have a valid driver’s license. Ramirez was transported to the jail facility without incident.
SATURDAY, OCT. 28
• Jennifer Allen reported the tires being slashed on her vehicle. Allen was able to identify a possible suspect. Digital images were taken of the damaged tires and submitted as evidence. The estimated cost of repairs for new tires is $672. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Matt Hinson investigated.
• While working the Brew Fest festival in St. Marks, Lt. Dave Pienta was notified by the Event Coordinator of a vehicle parked in the roadway impeding the flow of traffic. The vehicle was hindering the shuttle cart’s passage to and from the event parking area. After investigating, Lt Pienta determined the vehicle was in fact a traffic hazard and needed to be removed from the roadway. Several unsuccessful attempts to contact the owner of the 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe were unsuccessful. Hobby Brothers Towing was requested and responded to remove the vehicle from the scene.
• An employee reported an unknown female suspect came into the Circle K at Songbird/ Hwy 319 and became disorderly with employees. It was advised the suspect wanted a pack of menthol cigarettes. When presented with the brands requested, the unknown female became irate and slung a Big Gulp cup full of fluid onto the countertop near the registers, the electronic safe and stormed out the store. Video footage of this incident was recovered and submitted with this report. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.
SUNDAY, OCT. 29
• Kaileigh Heiker reported her 2008 Honda CRV stolen. Heiker stated she let an acquaintance use the car to go up to the bank on Oct. 24. Heiker stated she has been attempting to contact the suspect in efforts to get him to return her vehicle. Heiker states the suspect is turning his cellphone off and on and not answering when she calls. Heiker wished to pursue charges for vehicle theft. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation. Deputy Kendrick Gavin investigated.
• Adrian Godfrey was arrested for DUI after he was stopped for failing to slow down and move over while passing emergency vehicles in accordance with Florida’s Move Over Law. Upon contact with Godfrey, Deputy Don Newsome observed that Godfrey appeared to be intoxicated. Godfrey refused all field sobriety exercises and was subsequently arrested for DUI and transported to the Wakulla County Jail.
MONDAY, OCT. 30
• A traffic stop was conducted on a vehicle for faulty equipment. The driver, identified as James Horne, was discovered to not have a valid license. Further investigation revealed Horne was discovered to have Fentanyl in his possession as well. Horne was arrested for DWLSR and Possession of Narcotics and transported to the Wakulla County jail. Deputy Todd Kent investigated.
TUESDAY, OCT. 31
• Deputy James Cooper responded to the lobby to take a report on stolen property. Upon arrival the victim listed several items his son-in-law “borrowed” and did not return. Some of the missing items were a welder, weed eater, trailer and compressor. The total for all stolen items is $8,600. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 1
• Cecil Brodrey reported purchasing a set of Nike shoes from an individual on Facebook marketplace. The suspect requested $40 from a cash app for the shoes but subsequently requested more money to complete the sale. Brodrey attempted to cancel the deal however the suspect kept the money and did not send any items. This case has been sent to detectives for further investigation.
Report suspicious or illegal activity at 850-745-7100 or call 911 for emergencies.