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Saturday, May 18, 2024

Marion sheriff seeks help in nabbing bandit who absconded from Ocala Wal-Mart

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are asking for help in finding this man, who is accused of stealing merchandise from an Ocala Wal-Mart recently.

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for a bandit who recently stole a cart-full of merchandise from an Ocala Wal-Mart.

The man, pictured above, is accused of taking perfume, a set of headphones, a shaver, beer and dog food and then attempting to leave the store without paying for the items. He was stopped by employees but refused to show proof of purchase and left the store.

Deputies reviewed surveillance footage from inside the Wal-Mart and confirmed that the man didn’t pay for his merchandise, a sheriff’s office report states.

Anyone with information about the man or the crime is asked to call the sheriff’s office at (352) 732-9111. Those wishing to make anonymous tips can call Crime Stoppers of Marion County at (352) 368-STOP (7867). Tips also can be submitted at www.ocalacrimestoppers.com.

For Crime Stoppers, please reference 19-41 in your tip. Also, if you use Crime Stoppers and your tip leads to an arrest, you may be eligible for a cash reward.