Close Menu
  • Home
  • COMMUNITY NEWS
  • LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS
  • SCHOOL NEWS
  • MILITARY NEWS
  • CRIME / PUBLIC SAFETY
  • THINGS TO DO
  • HEALTH & WELLNESS
  • HOME & GARDEN
  • NORTHWEST FLORIDA NEWS
  • FLORIDA NEWS
  • Contact
Facebook
Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
Niceville.com
Niceville.com
Home»CRIME / PUBLIC SAFETY»13-year-old caught driving erratically, found with gun: WCSO
CRIME / PUBLIC SAFETY

13-year-old caught driving erratically, found with gun: WCSO

Niceville.comFebruary 25, 20242 Mins Read
Walton County Sheriff's Office patrol vehicle at night
Walton County Sheriff's Office, Walton County, Fla. (Walton County Sheriff's Office)

WALTON COUNTY, Fla.  —  A dramatic chase unfolded early Thursday morning after a Walton County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) deputy witnessed an SUV driving erratically on Highway 98 near County Highway 393 North shortly after 2 am.

Advertisement
Eglin Federal Credit Union auto loan ad with family and open road theme.

Niceville.com Community Partner

The driver, whom authorities said they later discovered to be a 13-year-old, allegedly fled the scene but struck a construction barrel while entering a zone under construction on Highway 98 near County Road 30A. Following a brief pursuit, the deputy was able to stop the vehicle, according to the WCSO.

Upon inspection, the deputy found the teenager behind the wheel and, during a search of the SUV, reportedly uncovered a fully loaded .38 special revolver, a vape pen, and a marijuana pipe.

The Walton County Jail booking system was temporarily unavailable at the time of the arrest, so the WCSO said the juvenile was issued a criminal citation for driving without a license. Additionally, the agency said a warrant is being sought for charges related to the minor’s alleged possession of a firearm.

Advertisement
The Wharf 850 Niceville, Florida

Niceville.com Community Partner

According to the WCSO, deputies serving as school resource officers followed up with the family, and the juvenile has been placed in remote learning pending potential further action.

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email
Previous ArticleNight hunting operation nets charges for three in Escambia County: FWC
Next Article Brooks Bridge and other road work: Plan your route for the week

Related Posts

Walton County Sheriff’s Office emblem on the side of a patrol vehicle.

DeFuniak Springs man admits firing shots, arrested by Walton deputies

October 10, 2025
Deputy Jacob “Kyle” Behrens receives the Life Saving Award from Sheriff Eric Aden.

Walmart parking lot crisis leads to Life Saving Award for OCSO deputy

October 10, 2025
Eeyore the family dog who helped rescue his owner’s injured mother in Destin.

Family dog leads deputy to rescue injured grandmother

October 8, 2025
Advertisement
The Wharf 850 Niceville, Florida

Niceville.com Community Partner

Categories
  • COMMUNITY NEWS
  • CRIME / PUBLIC SAFETY
  • FLORIDA NEWS
  • HEALTH & WELLNESS
  • HOME & GARDEN
  • IT'S GEEK TO ME
  • LARRY WILLIAMS
  • LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS
  • MARKETPLACE NEWS
  • MILITARY NEWS
  • NORTHWEST FLORIDA NEWS
  • OUTDOORS
  • ROADS / TRANSPORTATION
  • SCHOOL NEWS
  • THINGS TO DO
Advertisement
Eglin Federal Credit Union auto loan ad with family and open road theme.

Niceville.com Community Partner

COMMUNITY PARTNERS
  • EGLIN FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
  • EYEWEAR UNLIMITED
  • HAIR EXPRESS
  • MIDBAY VETERINARY HOSPITAL
  • NICEVILLE FARMERS MARKET
  • NICEVILLE INSURANCE AGENCY
  • RUCKEL PROPERTIES, INC.
  • THE WHARF 850
Advertisement
Eglin Federal Credit Union auto loan ad with family and open road theme.

Niceville.com Community Partner

Categories
  • COMMUNITY NEWS
  • CRIME / PUBLIC SAFETY
  • FLORIDA NEWS
  • HEALTH & WELLNESS
  • HOME & GARDEN
  • IT'S GEEK TO ME
  • LARRY WILLIAMS
  • LOCAL NEWS & EVENTS
  • MARKETPLACE NEWS
  • MILITARY NEWS
  • NORTHWEST FLORIDA NEWS
  • OUTDOORS
  • ROADS / TRANSPORTATION
  • SCHOOL NEWS
  • THINGS TO DO
Advertisement
The Wharf 850 Niceville, Florida

Niceville.com Community Partner

Advertisement
The Wharf 850 Niceville, Florida

Niceville.com Community Partner

ABOUT NICEVILLE.COM

PRIVACY POLICY

TERMS OF SERVICE

© 2025 Niceville.com. All Rights Reserved.

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.