On July 27, 2022, Levy County Sheriff’s Office Deputies,
Detectives and Crime Scene personnel responded to a reported burglary located
at 6891 NW 138th Place. This
location is just north of the City of Chiefland.
The owners of the business known as “The Juice Box” reported
a burglary that had occurred during the previous night time hours. Surveillance video from the business showed
two male subjects wearing disguises enter the building and steal various items
of merchandise. Based on witness
statements, deputies were quickly able to develop a suspect who resided in the
area.
Detectives made contact with the suspect, Dalton Elliot
Wester (8-9-2003) and other witnesses for interviews. Based on the information gathered, the
Detectives developed an additional juvenile suspect. They then were able to collect several items
of evidence that placed both suspects at the crime scene.
Using that evidence, Detectives arrested Wester and the
juvenile for Burglary and Grand Theft. The
juvenile suspect was transferred to the custody of the Department of Juvenile
Justice. Wester remains in the Levy County
Detention Center with a bond of $60,000.00.
Any citizens who may have information regarding any illegal activity
are asked to contact LCSO at 352-486-5111 or 911. Reports can also be made anonymously through
CrimeStoppers at 1-877-349-8477.