http://www.putnamsheriff.org/newsEN-USTandemServer.org | Tandem Server CMS | Version: 2010.05.04http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=173http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=173On September 25, 2010, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will join together to remove potentially dangerous prescription drugs from our community. This national “take-back” initiative will provide a unified opportunity for the public to surrender expired, unwanted, or unused pharmaceutical controlled substances and other medications to law enforcement officers for destructionLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-09-02T19:49:03http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=172http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=172Palatka – On Saturday night, (8/21/2010), at approximately 7:20 p.m., deputies responded to dock area on the St. Johns River at the Quality Inn Hotel in Palatka, to reports of a possible drowning. Deputies met with witnesses who reported that a twenty-three (23) year old male, who was later identified as Christopher Shawn Vryhof of Dunnellon, Florida, had entered the water to free his cast net from obstructionLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-08-23T16:26:55http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=170http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=170U.S. Attorney A. Brian Albritton announced that on August 11, 2010, U.S. District Judge Harvey E. Schlesinger sentenced James Charles Jones, Jr. (age 60, of Putnam County) to life in federal prison on Federal drug trafficking charges. Jones also previously forfeited the sum of $87,170 through administrative proceedings. Jones pled on May 27, 2010, to conspiracy to distribute more than 5 kilograms of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute more than 5 kilograms of cocaine, conspiracy to distribute more than 50 grams of cocaine base, possession with intent to distribute more than 50 grams of cocaine base, and maintaining a drug-involved premises in Putnam County, Florida. Jones faced a mandatory life sentence because he had prior serious drug trafficking convictions for conspiracy to distribute 5 grams or more of cocaine base on March 22, 2006, and distribution of cocaine on December 16, 1993. U.S. Attorney Albritton stated, "Through this joint effort of federal agencies and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office a long time drug dealer will now be off the streets for the rest of his life. I commend Sheriff Hardy and his fine deputies for being part of this team effort."Lt. Johnny Greenwood2010-08-16T17:46:50http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=169http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=169The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office conducted criminal patrol operations on Friday, August 13, 2010. Ten (10) individuals were arrested or charged with committing various criminal violations during the nightLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-08-16T17:13:52http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=168http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=168Interlachen – On August 9, 2010, an Interlachen man was arrested for manufacturing methamphetamine. Deputies responded to 102 Clouds Avenue in Interlachen, in reference to a report of a vehicle crash. While at the scene, deputies identified what appeared to be a one pot methamphetamine lab on the ground next to the residenceLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-08-10T11:54:24http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=167http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=167Palatka - On July 30, 2010, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Drug/Vice Unit with the assistance of the Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team conducted a narcotics related search warrant at 519 North 8th Street, Palatka, Florida. The search warrant resulted from an ongoing investigation into the illegal sale of narcotics from inside residence. One individual, Travis Kemp (DOB: 10/01/1983) was arrested as a result of the search warrantLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-30T16:22:16http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=166http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=166On July 24, 2010, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office in conjunction with the Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco (ABT) conducted operation “Big Brother”. The undercover operation targeted the illegal sale of alcohol to minors. Under the direct supervision of Investigators, minors approached and attempted to purchase alcoholic beverages from convenient stores, grocery stores, and bars throughout Putnam County. A total of thirty-four (34) establishments were checked resulting in six (6) arrestsLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-26T11:36:05http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=165http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=165On July 19, 2010, Deputy Scott Surrency responded to the Putnam Community Medical Center Emergency Room to a complaint of a possible elderly neglect. He met with a 76 year-old patient who was suffering from bed sores on her feet, legs, and buttocks. The severity of the sores and the lack of preventative treatment had caused the injuries to become severely infected. Medical personnel informed Deputy Surrency that it appeared the victim was not receiving proper care in the form of basic hygiene or medical treatment. After speaking with the victim, Deputy Surrency determined where she was living, and that she was being cared for by Rena Susan GullionLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-21T18:58:02http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=164http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=164The investigation has revealed that the victim was last seen on June 22, 2010, shortly after 2100 hours. He was last seen walking near Old San Mateo Road and Kerry Drive in Satsuma. It has also been determined that the homicide was the result of a robbery. Investigators with the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit identified a juvenile, Demarkis Phillips, DOB: 07/28/1993, as the person responsible for the homicide of Zenovia King. It was determined that Phillips met with King with the intention of committing a robbery, and during the course of the robbery, stabbed him multiple timesLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-16T16:30:18http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=163http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=163Palatka – On Wednesday night (7/15/2010) an off-duty Putnam County Drug/Vice Unit Detective prevented the escape of an armed robbery suspect. At approximately 10:35 pm, the detective was at the gas station located in front of Walmart. He heard a female screaming in the Walmart parking lot and a black male running away from her on foot. The detective responded to the female and determined that the male subject displayed a handgun and robbed her of her purse. The detective pursued the individual on foot, eventually detaining him in the Winn Dixie parking lot. The individual was identified as Willie John PittsLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-15T14:33:04http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=162http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=162East Palatka – On Saturday, July 11, 2010, the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office conducted a DUI and Safety Checkpoint at the Department of Transportation (DOT) Weigh Scales in East Palatka. Officers from the St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office, Alachua County Sheriff’s Office, Florida Highway Patrol, Motor Carrier Compliance, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission assisted the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office with the operation. A total of 33 officers participated in the checkpointLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-14T16:42:30http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=161http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=161Pomona Park – A forty-one year old Palm Beach Gardens woman was arrested for driving under the influence and refusing to stop for deputies. At approximately 1:00 am on Monday morning (7/12/2010), deputies responded to the area of the Hayfields on Highway 17 South in the Satsuma area to reports of a vehicle driving recklesslyLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-13T17:17:24http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=160http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=160Fourteen (14) Putnam County residents and one (1) St. Johns County resident were arrested during criminal patrol operations conducted by the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit during the week of (07/09/2010)Lt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-12T18:22:30http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=159http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=159Palatka - On Friday (7/9/2010) a Palatka man was arrested on drug charges resulting from a traffic crash investigation. Anthony W. Cone (DOB: 1/30/1971) was arrested for one (1) count of trafficking in controlled substances (Hydrocodone), and two (2) counts of possession of controlled substances without a prescriptionLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-10T10:03:16http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=157http://www.putnamsheriff.org/article.aspx?ArticleId=157On July 4th, 2010, approximately 4:45 PM, Deputy David Roe conducted a traffic stop in Pomona Park on a Ford Taurus. The driver, Armando Real-Lopez was found to have a suspended license out of Virginia, and was arrested for driving on a suspended license. A passenger in the vehicle identified himself as Carlos Vasquez. A wanted person’s check was run on the name Carlos Vasquez, but there were not any wants or warrants issued for the individual and he was allowed to walk awayLt. Johnny Greenwood2010-07-06T09:53:08