Sheriff’s Report

Sheriff’s Report is for activity June 19 to 26. There were 1,330 total calls for service; 18 arrests; 90 traffic stops.

FRIday, JUNE 19

  • Walmart Asset Protection reported a theft. An unknown subject passed all points of sale with approximately $1,797 worth unpaid merchandise. Case forwarded to Criminal Investigations Division.
  • Several persons reported a large tree blocking the Wakulla Springs Road at Old Shell Point Road. The county Road and Bridge Department responded and cleared the debris.
  • Deputies responded to a car accident in the area of Bloxham Cutoff, with minor injuries.

SATURday, JUNE 20

  • While conducting proactive patrol, Deputy Parker received information on a vehicle and verified the registered owner did not possess a valid license, so conducted a traffic stop. Contact was made with the driver and confirmed him to be the registered owner of the vehicle. The driver was advised the reason for the stop. During the investigation, the deputy issued a citation with a court date.

SUNday, JUNE 21

  • Deputy Kreitlow conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Jasper Thomas Road for driving without an attached tag. During the car stop information received the driver had no valid license. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest.
  • Deputies Bushong and Kittrell responded to J&K Lane in reference to a stolen vehicle. Contact was made with caller who stated his vehicle was stolen sometime during the early morning hours. After further,investigation, the deputies were able to locate and arrest the suspect.

MONday, JUNE 22

  • Deputy Williams observed person operating a moped without a tag attached. A traffic stop was initiated and prior to coming to a stop, the driver was observed throwing three clear plastic baggies away. The deputy detained the driver and with the assistance of Deputy Kreitlow, deputies were able to locate the baggies and field test the substances found within. Suspect was placed under arrest for the Possession of Methamphetamine.
  • Deputies responded to a Criminal Mischief report, as the caller explained her 1992 F-150 project truck had been damaged. Both driver and passenger side windows were busted along with a vent window. Damages were estimated at approximately $250. There was no video footage or suspect information at this time.

TUESday, JUNE 23

  • Deputies Love and Kilbourn conducted a traffic stop on a motorcycle being operated by a male subject for faulty equipment. Further investigation revealed the driver was operating a motor vehicle while license suspended. Case status: Closed by Arrest

WEDNESday,
JUNE 24

  • Deputy Love responded to Surf Road for a reported burglary. Upon arrival the complainant reported his shed had been broken into and several HVAC items were stolen. Items were reportedly valued at $9,600. Case forwarded to CID.
  • Deputy Bushong responded to the front lobby in reference to fraud complainant. The victim explained she received a text message about her Amazon account being hacked. She was instructed to call a number which was in the text message. Upon calling the number provided a male answered the phone then took control of her phone. complainant advised she checked her Venmo account and discovered $1,200 was transferred from her account. Case forwarded to CID.
  • Deputy Cordoba conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for the registered owner having a suspended license. During the traffic stop it was found the driver was given a verbal warning by Deputy Parker in May of this year. The driver was issued a citation for knowingly Driving While License Suspended or Revoked (DWLSR) and released from the traffic stop.

THURSday, JUNE 25

  • Deputies responded to a report of a vehicle fire. Upon arrival, a white 2005 Ford F-150 was fully engulfed. The owner advised he had just picked the truck up from having the fuel injectors replaced at a shop in Sopchoppy. The value of the vehicle was estimated at $1,500 and deemed a total loss.

FRIday, JUNE 26

  • Deputy Kilbourn responded to Walmart in reference to counterfeit currency. Asset Protection advised the suspect attempted to purchase items using counterfeit currency, but was quickly stopped by attentive employees. It was later found the suspect had an active Trespass Warning for Walmart. Due to this, a warrant request is being submitted.
  • Deputy Parker responded to Forest Road in reference to firearms being located by a Realtor. Deputy Parker took possession of three firearms. The firearms were submitted to property and evidence for safekeeping.

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