Jackson County, Fla. (WDNews) — A burglary in progress call Thursday morning led to the arrest of a suspect following a short investigation involving deputies and a K-9 unit, according to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said the call came in around 7:21 a.m. on March 26 on Whispering Pines Road. A witness reported seeing a person at a structure wearing camouflage and a face covering. When confronted, the individual fled on foot toward a nearby wooded area.
Deputies responded but did not initially locate the suspect at the scene. Officials said the individual was later found at a nearby residence.
During the investigation, deputies gathered evidence linking the suspect to the burglary. A K-9 track was also used to confirm the suspect’s path from the scene, according to reports.
The suspect, identified as Logan Gruver, was taken into custody without incident.
Gruver is charged with burglary of a conveyance, trespassing, possession of drug paraphernalia, and possession of marijuana less than 20 grams.
Authorities said Gruver was out on bond at the time of the incident for possession of ammunition by a convicted felon.
Officials say the investigation remains ongoing.