Monday, December 30, 2013

Sexual Predator


Sexual Predator
Public Address Notification

 

December 30, 2013 

On December 23, 2013 Carols Anthony registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. By Florida law Anthony is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses.

Carlos Anthony was convicted in 2004 in Pinellas County, Fl for Lewd and Lascivious Molestation of a child under 12. Anthony was released from the Florida Department of Corrections and has registered his address as: 11571 NE 65 Lane Williston, Fl.

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual offender data base.

 
Sexual Predator:
Carlos Anthony
11571 NE 65 Lane
Williston, Fl 32696
Black/Male
DOB: 09/06/1981
 
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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Monday, December 9, 2013

Sexual Predator


Sexual Predator

Public Address Notification

 

December 9, 2013

 

On December 9, 2013 Willie James Flanders Jr. registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. By Florida law Flanders is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses.

 

Willie James Flanders Jr. was convicted in 2000 and 2007 in Levy County, Fl for Sexual Battery by adult/victim under 12 - FS 794.011(2). Flanders has moved to 21161 NE 35 Street Williston, Fl. and has registered this new address.

 

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual offender data base.

 

Sexual Predator:

 

Willie James Flanders Jr

21161 NE 35 Street  

Williston, Fl 32696

Black/Male

DOB: 1/3/1980
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Criminal Investigations Division

Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Saturday, November 16, 2013

Club 212 “Out of Business”



 

In April of this year the Levy County Sheriff’s Office began receiving information that an illegal unlicensed night club had opened for operation off of NE 212 Court in Williston. Deputies began gathering information from citizen complaints and other sources. In August the LCSO joined forces with the Alcohol Beverage and Tobacco (ABT a State LEO Agency) and were able to confirm the majority of the information sources had supplied. It was determined that the owners/operators Eugene Donald and his wife Chrissi Donald were selling alcoholic beverages without a license and demanding a cover charge to enter into the structurally altered double wide trailer located in a usually quiet residential area. The FDLE, Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, Marion County Sheriff’s Office, Williston Police Department and Gainesville Police Department provided additional support to this investigation and were able to confirm information that illegal narcotic were being sold on the property.

 

On November 15 at approximately 11:30 pm the LCSO and ABT executed a search warrant on the 212 Club located at 3711 NE 212 Court Williston, Fl. Both Mr. and Mrs. Donald were arrested on various felony charges and booked into the Levy County Detention Facility. More charges are expected be filed at a later date. ABT seized 27 bottles of alcoholic beverages for evidence. Additionally, Antjuan Edwards was arrested for Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon after Deputies encountered him inside during the execution of the warrant.

 

The Levy County Building and Zoning Department posted that the building was unsafe for occupancy and could not be reoccupied until the structural modifications needed to bring the building back into code compliance have been met.

 

Sheriff McCallum wanted to express his gratitude to all the agencies that assisted in this investigation and how much he appreciated the patience and assistance of the citizens who endured many sleepless nights. “We at the Sheriff’s Office hope that the citizens can now enjoy some peace and quite in their neighborhood”, Sheriff McCallum said.
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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Friday, November 15, 2013

Operation “Bronson Ink”


On May 9, 2013 the Levy County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force (DTF) began investigating street level drug sales in the Bronson area. Dubbed “Bronson Ink”, investigators utilized confidential informants to make 68 cases resulting in 148 charges from 30 defendants.  Informants purchased a myriad of narcotics including crack and powder cocaine, prescription medications including oxycodone, marijuana, Molly and one firearm. The DTF concluded their investigation on August 21, 2013 and with a “slow and steady” pace began arresting the suspects, picking them off one by one. To date, 21 suspects have been taken into custody, 19 of which are pictured above. The remaining few have pending warrants for their arrest.
 Sheriff McCallum said he could not be more proud of his men and women who undertake the task of enforcing drug laws and seek these violators who sell illegal narcotics. These Deputies work relentlessly, enduring late nights and long hours to bring those who violate our drug laws to justice.
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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111
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Wednesday, October 9, 2013

End of Watch -The Loss Of K-9 Deputy Taz


 
It is with great sadness that the Levy County Sheriff’s Office announces the loss of K-9 Deputy Taz. Taz passed away yesterday evening after a brief illness. Taz dedicated 9 years and 2 months of service to the Levy County citizens with his handler Corporal Willie “Pete” Barnes. Taz wore the badge with honor and dignity dedicating himself to thousands of hours of training. He served without hesitation, ready to hurl himself into harms way at a moments notice or give demonstrations for children at community events.  
Taz was a dual certified K-9 Deputy assisting in both apprehension and narcotic detection. Taz was responsible for the apprehension of multiple fleeing felons; locating lost and endangered children and numerous narcotic and asset seizure cases of currency, vehicles and weapons during his tenure. Corporal Barnes and the Levy County Sheriff’s Office will truly miss Taz and his service to our community has not gone unnoticed.
 
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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Monday, September 30, 2013

Sexual Predator


Public Address Notification

September 30, 2013

On September 30, 2013 David Brian Fulcher registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. By Florida law Fulcher is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses.

David Brian Fulcher was convicted in 2001 in Miami-Dade County, Fl for Lewd or lascivious molestation victim under 12 years offender 18 or older; F.S. 800.04(5)(b) (PRINCIPAL) and Sexual Battery by Adult/victim under 12 yoa F.S. 794.011 (2). Fulcher has registered his change in address as: 7091 NW 154 Lane Chiefland, Fl.

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual offender data base.
 

Sexual Predator:
David Brian Fulcher
7091 NW 154 Lane
Chiefland, Fl 32626
White/Male
DOB: 9-13-1963
 
Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111
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Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Sexual Predator


Sexual Predator
                                                         Public Address Notification



September 25, 2013

On September 25, 2013 Terry Edwards registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. By Florida law Edwards is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses. 

Terry Edwards was convicted in 2001 in Levy County, Fl for Sexual Battery/Physically Helpless Victim FS 7940.11(4)(a) . Edwards has moved from 21161 NE 35 Street Williston, Fl. and has registered his new address as: 3650 NW 105 Street Chiefland, Fl. 

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual offender data base.
 

Sexual Predator:
Terry Edwards
3650 NW 105 Street
Chiefland, Fl
Black/Male
DOB: 11/10/1971
 
Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111
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Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Retired School Resource Deputy Spearheads "Pop Top" Drive for Charity

 
In August 2013 over 100 pounds of drink can tabs or "Pop Tops" were delivered to the Ronald McDonald House Charities on behalf of Retired Levy County Sheriff's Office School Resource Deputy (SRO) Donna Roe and the Bronson Middle/High School. Before retiring in 2012, SRO Deputy Roe instituted the community service drive at the Bronson Middle/High School wherein students were asked to collect and turn in "Pop Tops" in exchange for community service hours. These hours are needed to fulfill their requirements for the Bright Futures scholarships offered to High School Students.

 

Students collected around 250,000 tabs that weighed in at over 100 pounds. With such an overwhelming response, this program has been adopted by the Williston and Chiefland School Resource Deputies at their schools. The race is on to see which school can collect the most "Pop Tops" for donation to the Ronald McDonald House Charity. The Ronald McDonald House Charity recycles the aluminum “pop tops” and uses the money received to fund their programs, helping families in need. If you would like to participate in the drive just collect your "Pop Tops" and drop them off at your local Levy County High School attention to the SRO.

 

SRO Deputy Roe maintains her Law Enforcement credentials as a reserve Deputy for LCSO and continues to volunteer her time to our schools. The LCSO and students applaud her innovative ideas and tireless devotion to our community.

 

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Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111

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Sunday Morning Shooting Suspect in Custody


On Sunday September 1, 2013 Investigators with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office responded to the Emergency Room at a Marion County Hospital. A Citra resident arrived by personal vehicle and checked himself in for treatment for a gunshot wound. Investigators met and spoke with Michael Sumpter (B/M 11-2-1981). Sumpter told investigators that he had been at a party on NE 212 Court in Williston where he got into an argument with James Wilkerson (B/M 10-27-1976), also from Citra. During the argument Wilkerson, was armed with a small handgun. Wilkerson fired one shot which struck Sumpter in the left foot.

 

Investigators were able to secure an arrest warrant for Wilkerson late Sunday afternoon. The FRFTF (Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force) which is comprised of agents from the United States Marshals Service and local Law Enforcement located Wilkerson early this morning in Alachua County and were able to take him into custody without incident. Wilkerson will be transferred to the Levy County Detention Facility and held on a $200,000 bond.


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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Friday, August 30, 2013

Injunction for Williston Hip-Hop Event Signed


The Levy County Sheriff’s Office has become aware that a small group of organizers in Williston have scheduled a “Labor Day HIP- HOP Extravaganza” to take place at the So-So Clean Car Wash on Saturday August 31. The Levy County Board of County Commissioners had an emergency meeting earlier today to address this unsanctioned event. An Emergency Injunction has been granted to halt this event that is expected to draw crowds from around the state. The LCSO is in the process of serving this injunction on the organizers and the artists who were expected to perform at this event. Sheriff’s Deputies will be out to enforce this injunction and any person found in violation is subject to arrest.

 

The LCSO is especially concerned for PUBLIC SAFETY and the safety of travelers on this HOLIDAY WEEKEND. An event of this expected size will create additional traffic safety hazards to an already congested weekend. In addition the LCSO wants to avoid a situation similar to that encountered at the Crab Festival in 2013.

 

The LCSO recognizes that this event has been scheduled for people to come and have a good time. It appears that the organizers have disregarded Levy County Ordinance Chapter 10 that relates to “music or entertainment festivals”. Without proper planning on the organizers part we cannot allow this event to take place and place our citizens in harms way.
 
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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111
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Thursday, August 29, 2013

LCSO Recognizes Volunteers



On August 27, 2013, Sheriff McCallum and his staff met to honor members of the Citizens On Patrol (COPS) for the service they provide to the citizens.  Among many other things, these volunteers work traffic details for parades, funerals school zones and sporting events.  The COPS also assist the LCSO Civil Division with various duties at the courthouse. 
 
The assistance provided by these volunteers allows deputies to concentrate on law enforcement duties.  In the process, the COPS save the Levy County taxpayers thousands of dollars each year. 
 
The highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of Mrs. Mary Cowart for providing over 10,000 hours of service.  Mrs. Cowart attended the very first LCSO volunteer academy class in the 1990’s.  At that time the program was called “VOICE”.  Sheriff McCallum presented to Mrs. Cowart an engraved clock symbolizing her time and effort given to the citizens.  Sheriff McCallum also presented a blanket to Mrs. Cowart which was embroidered with the LCSO logo. 
 
Other COPS recognized at the meeting and their respective hours of service were: 
 

  1. Bob McFadden                                      9,000 hours;
  2. Dan Kelly                                              4,500 hours
  3. Stella Damann                                      3,500 hours;
  4. Donna McFadden                                  3,000 hours;
  5. Lonnie Hayes, Sr.                                  3,000 hours;
  6. Bill and Terry Merkel                              2,000 hours;
  7. Tom Munsell                                         2,000 hours;
  8. Glenn Bowers                                       2,000 hours;
  9. Ron Grant                                             1,500 hours;
  10. Lonnie Hayes, Jr.                                  1,500 hours;
  11. Robert Krumm                                      1,000 hours;
  12. Elihu Ross                                            1,000 hours;
  13. Linda. Hayes                                         1,000 hours;
  14. Dave Lewis                                              500 hours;
  15. Donna Munsell                                         500 hours;
  16. Jonathan Roark                                        500 hours;
  17. Bo Hayes                                                 500 hours

 

            
A big LCSO “Thank You” to all our volunteers, and especially Mrs. Mary Cowart!

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Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
(352) 486-5111
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Sexual Predator


Sexual Predator

Public Address Notification

 

August 29, 2013

 

On August 27, 2013 Terry Edwards registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff’s Office. By Florida law Edwards is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses.

 

Terry Edwards was convicted in 2001 in Levy County, Fl for Sexual Battery/Physically Helpless Victim FS 7940.11(4)(a) . Edwards was just released from the Florida Department of Corrections and has registered his address as: 21161 NE 35 Street Williston, Fl.

 

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual offender data base.

 

Sexual Predator:

Terry Edwards

21161 NE 35 Street

Williston, Fl

White/Male

DOB: 11/10/1971

 

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Levy County Sheriff's Office Business Watch Program

The Levy County Sheriff's Office operates the Business Watch Program as an opportunity for local business owners to actively participate in creating a safe business environment in Levy County. Each participating business provides emergency contact information to the Sheriff's Office and in turn they are issued a Business Watch Identification Number and a Business Watch Sticker that will be displayed on their business. This cooperation between the Sheriff's Office and the business owner allows for timely contact with business owners in the event of an emergency situation.
 
If you would like to enroll in this program, or update your contact information if already enrolled, please contact the Levy County Sheriff’s Office at 352-486-5111 ext 290.

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Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Sunday, August 25, 2013

Domestic Dispute Ends in a Man’s Death


At 3:08 a.m. on August 25, 2013 the Levy County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from a female reporting that someone had been shot at her home. As 911 operators obtained information from the caller it was discovered that an exchange of gunfire had occurred between an occupant of the home and the defendant John Paul Robinson.

 

Last Wednesday Robinson was served with an Injunction for Protection (Restraining Order) by Levy County Sheriff’s Office Deputies. The Court order instructed Robinson to vacate the home. This order was to protect the petitioner, who is also the 911 caller from further violence.

 

Shortly before the 911 call was made, Robinson secretly and forcibly entered the home through a locked back door. Robinson was armed with a sawed off shotgun and encountered a male occupant sleeping on the couch in the living room area of the home. The two men exchanged gunfire. Robinson was struck once in the upper left shoulder from a shotgun blast fired by the occupant of the home. This shot was fatal. The occupant suffered two gunshot wounds to his lower extremities and was transported to a local Emergency Room for treatment. He is listed in stable condition. This investigation is continuing.
 
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Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
 
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Friday, August 23, 2013

Problem with Email Notifications


We have identified a problem with our email notifications that send each of our subscriber’s press releases from this page. We are in the process of correcting this issue. However, it will require EACH SUBSCRIBER to register for these notifications again. We expect to have this issue resolved within the next 24 hours. If you have received this email notification please log onto our page tomorrow evening at www.levysostar.com and re-register your email address in the subscriber registration area located on the right side of the web page window and confirm your subscription. We are truly sorry for this inconvenience and if you have any issues or concerns please contact Lt. Scott Tummond at 352-486-5111 extension 285.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Retired School Crossing Guard Honored



On August 20, 2013 personnel from the Levy County Sheriff's Office, along with friends and family, gathered at the Jones Temple Church of God in Christ in Williston to honor Mr. Johnny Cudjo.  Mr. Cudjo retired as school crossing guard at the end of the 2012-2013 school year.  Mr. Cudjo was recognized by Sheriff Bobby McCallum for 17 years of service as the School Crossing Guard for Williston Middle School. 

 

Speakers at the ceremony included Pastor Reggie Williams, Sheriff McCallum, Community Relations Division Lieutenant Sean Mullins and Deputy Grant Sandlin.  The speakers noted Mr. Cudjo’s dedication to the safety of the school children and his willingness to carry out his daily duties in all kinds of weather. Sheriff McCallum presented Mr. Cudjo with a plaque as a token of appreciation for Mr. Cudjo’s service.  Sheriff McCallum also applauded Mr. Cudjo for continuing to work, even at 85 years young. 
 

THANK YOU Mr. Cudjo for your service!
 
 
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Lt. Scott Tummond
Criminal Investigations Division

Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Tuesday, August 20, 2013

Neighborhood Disturbance Leads to Arrest
 


The LCSO responded to a 911 call for assistance in the Ocala Highlands West area of Morriston, Florida on August 19 at approximately half past midnight. The male caller told 911 operators that he and his wife had been in an argument with the neighbor across the street and that he had been injured.

 

When Deputies arrived on scene and contacted the victims, they were told that during the argument the neighbor struck the male victim twice with the butt of a shotgun.  The victim had been struck once in the face and once on the back of his head. He escaped and fled to his home. The suspect then grabbed the female victim, professed his love for her and told her that he wanted her to come to Mexico with him. She was able to talk him into releasing her unharmed. As she was running to safety she heard two gunshots fired from the direction of Suspect’s home.

 

Deputies were told the suspect, whom they identified as Hector Soto, returned to his home located across the street. Deputies cautiously approached the home and utilized their PA system to call to Soto. The deputies got no response from anyone inside the home.

 

Deputies from the Patrol, Criminal Investigations and Drug Task Force Units established a perimeter at the home.  The Deputies maintained the perimeter throughout the night time hours.  Shortly after daybreak the Deputies entered the property in an attempt to locate the suspect. The home was found to be empty. Investigators later received a tip that Soto had made his way to Marion County. With the assistance of the Ocala Police Department, LCSO Investigators located Soto in the Ocala area of Marion County and took him into custody.

 

LCSO Investigators subsequently obtained a search warrant for the residence in Ocala Highlands West.  The search of the property revealed that Soto was also cultivating marijuana.   Evidence indicating the Suspect had been using multiple aliases was also found inside the home.  A search of State arrest records indicated the suspect had previously been arrested under the name of Jose Angel Gomez.

 

Soto, AKA Gomez, was booked into the Levy County Detention Bureau.  He was charged with Aggravated Battery, Attempted Kidnapping, Aggravated Assault and Cultivation of Cannabis. His bond has been set at $1.125 million dollars.
 
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Monday, August 12, 2013

LCSO BACK TO SCHOOL PREPARATIONS

Recently LCSO Deputies attended additional specialized training at Bronson High School in preparation for the 2013-2014 school year.  The training was designed to simulate responding to threats in a school campus setting and is part of ongoing scenario based training for all Levy County Schools.  This training was done with the cooperation of School Superintendent, Bob Hastings and incorporates instructional sessions between LCSO and our teachers.  The instructors were Lt. Scott Finnen and School Resource Deputy, Grant Sandlin.  Deputies from the Patrol, Detention, Criminal Investigations and Community Resource Divisions all participated in the training. 

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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Thursday, August 1, 2013

Burglary Suspect Arrested


Matthew Albert McDonald W/M 12-23-94 of Inglis, Fl has been arrested on multiple felony charges resulting from a combined investigation between LCSO and Inglis Police Department. McDonald became the focus of investigators in early July after numerous burglaries and thefts had been reported both in the Town of Inglis and the outlying county area over the past several months. Levy County's Cpl. Jay Crooms teamed up Inglis PD Officers who worked together in their investigations. The culmination of which led to McDonald's ultimate arrest on 8 felony charges including Burglary, Grand Theft, Theft of a Firearm and Dealing in Stolen Property. Numerous stolen items were recovered by investigators, including one firearm.

 

McDonald is being held at the Levy County Detention Facility and has been given a bond of $370,000.


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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Wednesday, July 31, 2013

Summer Safety Event Successful

On July 30 approximately 25 children from Bronson, Chiefland, and Williston gathered at the Bronson Youth League Park for a safety program.  This program is designed to educate our local children on various safety topics.  The Town of Bronson Parks and Recreation Department sponsors and hosts this summer children's program and it is under the direction of Bronson Council Member  Beatrice Roberts and Director Curtis Stacy.

 Sgt. Max Long spoke to the children about personal safety at school and home.  Topics included drug abuse, alcohol abuse, firearm safety and bullying.

Deputy Kevin Kinik spoke to the children about his K-9 partner "Rossi" and provided demonstrations of his training and discipline.  Rossi showcased his talents and ability to detect different odors and how he can take down a dangerous suspect.



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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Chainsaws Purchased for LCSO

 

Levy County Emergency Management Director Mark Johnson presents Levy County Sheriff McCallum with 4 battery operated chain saws to outfit LCSO Deputies for storm situations. This new purchase resulted from a suggestion from Deputy Jeremy Dean.  Concerned with maintaining gas operated saws and the fumes associated with transporting mixed gasoline, Deputy Dean researched and located this alternative.

The Tax Payers along with LCSO, the Emergency Operations Center and the Levy County Road Department will reap the benefits of these new tools.  As we move forward into the hurricane season, these new saws can be more safely transported and stored in LCSO vehicles.  This allows faster utilization to assist the Road Department in rapidly clearing blocked roads during storm events.



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Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Thursday, July 18, 2013

Sexual Predator

Public Address Notification

 

July 18, 2013

 

On July 18, 2013 Robert Lewis Jr registered as a Sexual Predator with the Levy County Sheriff's Office. By Florida law Lewis is required to notify law enforcement whenever he changes addresses.

 

Robert Lewis Jr was convicted in 2005 in Alachua County, Fl for Sexual Battery; F.S. 794.011 (5) (PRINCIPAL). Lewis established his address as: 21161 NE 35 Street Williston, Fl.

 

For a complete listing of all registered sexual predators and offenders residing in Levy County, or to search by zip code, please visit www.fdle.state.fl.us and go to the sexual data base.

 

Sexual Predator:

Robert Lewis Jr.

21161 NE 35 Street

Williston, Fl

Black/Male

DOB: 3-8-1974



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Criminal Investigations Division
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013

Christopher Arrested for Attempted Murder and Arson

David Allen Christopher 8-22-55 of Inglis, Fl was arrested by LCSO Deputies on 6-25-13 in the early morning hours for Attempted First Degree Murder and Arson. Deputies responded to 14251 SE 85 Terrace in response to a 911 call from a distraught female. The caller told communications officers that her boyfriend came home from the bar intoxicated and they began to argue. While in the living room of the home, Christopher approached her from behind and poured rubbing alcohol on her and the floor next to her and attempted to light it with a lighter. Unable to get the accelerant to ignite, he went into the bedroom and began to destroy it. Christopher was able to ignite the mattress while the female hid in the bathroom. Christopher fled the home and attempted to lock the door lock preventing the victim from being able to exit. As the smoke filled the home, the victim was able to flee to safety by removing the key Christopher left in the lock. Christopher was located on the property and taken into custody. The home, owned by Christopher was not able to be saved by fire personnel and was a complete loss. Christopher is being held at the Levy County Detention Facility on a 2 million dollar bond. 



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Tuesday, June 11, 2013

Ocasio Charged on Indictment

Devonte Tremaine Ocasio 6-11-93 was formally arrested yesterday on the 6 count indictment delivered by the Levy County Grand Jury on Friday afternoon. The true bill delivered last Friday listed the following charges: First Degree Homicide, Attempted First Degree Murder, 3 counts of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon and Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. A total bond of 3 million dollars was assigned for all of the charges except the First Degree Homicide. NO BOND was assigned to that charge. Ocasio will be held in the Levy County Detention Facility until his trial which has not yet been scheduled.



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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Monday, June 10, 2013

Warrant Arrest Leads to Drug Stash

On June 10, 2013 at approximately 10:00 a.m. Levy County K-9 Deputy Kevin Kinik arrested Johnny Lee Patterson at the Bronson Motel located at 315 E Hathaway Ave. Dep. Kinik was aware that Patterson had a warrant for his arrest for VOP stemming from an earlier arrest for Dealing in Stolen Property and Burglary. A tip had been given that Patterson was currently in room 16. Upon contacting the occupants of that room it was determined that Patterson was not there. The manager told Dep. Kinik that room 24 was being occupied by an unregistered tenant. The manager opened room 24 to allow Dep. Kinik to conduct a trespass investigation.

 

Dep. Kinik assisted by Dep. Noel Ramirez, discovered the room was occupied by Patterson and a female companion. As Dep. Kinik entered the room to take Patterson into custody he observed a clear plastic bag of a substance that appeared to be cocaine and cash. Dep. Kinik placed Patterson into custody along with the female companion identified as Kiara Hicks B/F 6-7-93. Dep. Kinik requested the assistance of Levy County Sheriff's Drug Task Force who prepared and executed a search warrant on room 24 and recovered 4.6 grams of crack cocaine with a street value estimated at $960 and $154 cash.



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Criminal Investigations Division
Levy County Sheriff's Office
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Tuesday, June 4, 2013