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One charged, one sought in $12K theft from Walton County fire station

Niceville.comJanuary 19, 20251 Min Read
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WALTON COUNTY, Fla. — A burglary at Walton County Fire Rescue Station 1 in Paxton has resulted in one arrest, with another suspect still sought, the Walton County Sheriff’s Office announced on Thursday.

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According to investigators, the theft occurred early Monday, January 13, at approximately 1:45 a.m. Security footage reportedly revealed Michael Hagan, 40, arriving at the Paxton station in a white 1998 Lincoln Town Car driven by Kimberly Davis, 39, of Florala, Alabama.

The pair were reportedly seen on video taking nearly $12,000 worth of firefighter equipment from an outdoor storage shed.

Authorities confirmed that the stolen equipment has been recovered, and Ms Davis has been arrested.  An arrest warrant was issued for Mr Hagan.

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Anyone with information about Mr Hagan’s whereabouts is urged to contact the Walton County Sheriff’s Office at (850)-892-8111. Tipsters can also remain anonymous by calling Emerald Coast Crimestoppers at (850)-863-TIPS. Information leading to his arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.

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