SHERIFF'S REPORT 4-8

Wakulla County Sheriff's Office officials are investigating a dog shooting case reported by Cynthia B. Simmons of Crawfordville on April 2, according to Sheriff David Harvey.

The victim reported that her dog was shot in the face. The injury was the result of a high powered pellet gun or low powered .22 calibre weapon. A suspect has been identified and the animal was taken to the animal hospital. The case was turned over to the Criminal Investigations Division. Lt. Ronald Mitchell investigated.

In other activity reported by the Wakulla County Sheriff's Office during the past week:

• The Wakulla County Sheriff's Office continues a series of warnings about fraud. Several fraud cases have occurred in Wakulla County lately. The perpetrators have been using these scams to get money from residents, access credit cards and bank accounts, and possibly stealing identity. Credit Card and Bank Fraud: 
• Someone stating they are calling from your bank or credit card security department may contact you. They will tell you that something has happened with your account and they have to verify your information, or that they can lower your interest rates. They will attempt to obtain your account information for their personal use. The thief will empty your bank account or max out your credit card. If someone claiming to be from your bank or credit card company contacts you, write down their contact information and tell them you will call them back. Contact your bank or credit card company and verify the caller's identity and purpose for calling. Remember, your bank and credit card companies already know your account numbers and personal information. There is no reason for anyone to verify all of your information with the caller. Remember, if it is too good to be true...it is. Contact information: To report a crime call-Wakulla County Sheriff's Office at 850-926-0800. If defrauded on-line, contact the FBI cyber crime complaint center at http://www.ic3.gov/. If you are a victim of identity theft, call the Federal Trade Commission at 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) or contact them on-line at http://www.ftc.gov/.
• On April 2, Lloyd W. Shoupe of Tallahassee reported a grand theft of copper wiring. Someone dug up wiring from a power pole at one of the victim's rental properties. The wiring and a power box were valued at $750. Deputy James Plouffe investigated.
• On April 3, Anthony R. Rehor of Tallahassee and Winn-Dixie reported a retail theft at the Crawfordville store. A 16-year-old female was observed on store security cameras scanning only lower priced items. During the investigation, the suspect admitted giving merchandise to friends, family members and associates. The value of the stolen items was estimated at $200. The juvenile was issued a trespass warning and charged with retail theft. Deputy Lindsay Allen investigated.
• On April 3, Michael L. Rose of Crawfordville and the Wakulla County Wastewater operation reported the theft of a boat motor and boat accessories, valued at $2,870. Deputy Jason Brooks, Det. Jason Newlin and Crime Scene Technician Richele Brooks investigated.
• On April 3, Demarco L. Mills of Crawfordville reported a vehicle theft. The victim woke up to discover his vehicle missing from his home. A heavy equipment operator discovered the vehicle abandoned on the side of a Crawfordville road. Deputy Robert Giddens, Lt. Ray Johnson and Crime Scene Investigator Richele Brooks investigated.
• On April 2, Lisa M. Seber of Crawfordville reported finding a purse in the seating area at Hardee's. The purse contained a driver license and some cash. Sgt. Mike Kemp investigated.
• On April 3, Nathaniel B. Harris of Crawfordville reported a vehicle theft of a car stereo, valued at $100. The property was recovered and a suspect was identified. Deputy Ward Kromer investigated.
• On April 4, Allen N. Hobbs of St. Marks reported a theft of gasoline and containers, valued at $206. The property was stolen from boats at the Shell Island Fish Camp. Deputy Casey Whitlock investigated.
• On April 4, Michael A. Palecki of Tallahassee reported the theft of gas from his boats and the cutting of gas lines in Panacea. Damage to the boats was estimated at $50 and the stolen gas was valued at $223. Deputy Pam Veltkamp investigated.
• On April 4, Janie G. Raker of Crawfordville reported the theft of a picnic table and two benches, valued at $150. The property was taken from Roosters. Crime Scene Technician Melissa Harris investigated.
• On April 4, Bruce A. Rath of Panacea reported the theft of gasoline from his boat. Damage to the vessel was estimated at $25. The gasoline was valued at $200. A gas line had been cut. Deputy Andrew Vass investigated.
• On April 6, Harry L. Tucker of Tallahassee reported the theft of $180 worth of boating equipment from his vessel. A forced entry was discovered at the home's porch in Panacea, but nothing was reported missing. Deputy Pam Veltkamp investigated.
• On April 7, Mary P. Finch of Crawfordville reported the theft of her vehicle. A suspect has been identified. Sgt. Mike Kemp investigated.
• On April 7, Amanda K. Musgrove of Crawfordville reported a vehicle theft at her home. Later the same day, the Florida Highway Patrol stopped the vehicle in Holmes County and Ashley Nichole Holguin, 21, and Zonya Nicole Smith, 24, both of Crawfordville, were charged with grand theft auto and violation of probation. Deputy Ben Steinle investigated.
• On April 7, Elaine V. Dutton of Havana reported the theft of her vehicle. The vehicle was removed from an area garage. The vehicle was entered in the NCIC/FCIC computer. Deputy Jason Brooks investigated.
• On April 4, Denise R. Deaton of Crawfordville reported a credit card fraud as a suspect, who has been identified, ran up charges on her card. The charges totaled $730. Sgt. Jud McAlpin investigated.

The Wakulla County Sheriff's Office received 860 calls for service during the past week.

Note to our readers: The people who are reported as charged with crimes in this column have not yet been to trial and are therefore innocent until proven guilty.