PAGE 3 - December 24, 2008
The Newscaster/Nature Coast News
FHP Seeks Witnesses To Fatal Crash
Inglis Man Arrested on charge of
Sixty year old Thomas B. Moore of Citrus Springs died in a two car crash December
possession of drug paraphernalia
19, 2008 and the FHP is seeking possible witnesses to the crash which occurred on State Rd.
200 at East Spruce Drive at about 5:22 p.m. The FHP report stated that based on preliminary
A 21-year-old Inglis man was arrested by the Citrus County Sheriff's Office, around
information Moore's vehicle was traveling south on State Road 200 while a 2005 Chevy
10:30 p.m., Dec. 15, when a deputy conducting an extra patrol in the area of N. Nighthawk Ter.
Pickup was traveling north on State Rd. 200.
and W. River Rd. in Inglis stopped him and another man while they were walking north on N.
The report states that the first vehicle driven by Moore drove left of center into the
Nighthawk Ter., "due to a high number of burglaries and narcotic activ-
northbound lane and into the path of the pickup driven by 45 year old Edward F. Chelednick
ity in the area," the report stated.
of North Olmsted, Ohio. Both vehicles rotated after the crash and came to final rest in the
The men told the deputy that they were walking back home
northbound lane of traffic. Moore was transported to Timber Ridge Hospital in Ocala.
from a friend's house. They provided the deputy with their Florida I.D.
Chelednik was taken to the same hospital with minor injuries.
cards, and he learned, from checking their criminal records, that one of
Any witnesses to this crash are asked to contact Corporal Parnall at 813-631-4020.
the men, Paul Floyd Schott, Jr., had recently been released from being
The accident remains under investigation, while details according the FHP may change.
incarcerated on a residential burglary charge by Levy County.
Body Found  - Continued from page 1
Both men told the deputy that they had no illegal items on
them and consented to a search. A search of Schott turned up a digital
out in the Gulf, off the coast of Homosassa, is still pending positive identification. The U.S.
scale, rolling papers and two crack cocaine smoking pipes with cocaine
Coast Guard recovered the body and it was transported to the medical examiner's office in
residue inside them. Schott stated that the pipes belonged to him and
Paul Schott, Jr.
Leesburg for examination.
that he smokes crack cocaine several times a month. He was arrested on
As was the case with the first body, DNA will be used to make a positive identifica-
a charge of possession of drug paraphernalia and transported to the Citrus County Detention
tion of the second body, to determine if it is that of Zachary Schlitt. DNA samples from his
Facility. His bond was set at $500.
family has already been delivered to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement's lab in
Inglis PD Investigates Vandalism Reports
Tampa for testing. Although the case has top priority, it could take several weeks for the
Citrus County Sheriff's Office to receive notification of the DNA testing results.
A California man reported an incident of vandalism to the Inglis Police Department,
Recycle with us - help Shriners help children
the 'keying' of his rental car. The officer reported that the 2009 green Toyota Rav4 S.U.V. was
scratched across the hood and the passenger side rear door. The report stated that the man
The Citrus County Shrine Club of Inverness has 18 newspaper recycling containers,
was staying at a local residence and had not noticed them when he left the residence or a local
scattered about the county, to help the hundred-plus children from Citrus County receive
pub. He said that he'd only noticed the scratches when he left a local convenience store. On
health care at the Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa. To find a Shriners newspaper
Nov. 30, an Inglis resident contacted the Inglis Police Department regarding a dam-
recycling location near you, go to the links page on www.thenewscaster.com or call (352) 860-
aged fence he believed may have been hit by a vehicle the previous evening. The report
0534, or contact a Shriner. Aluminum cans are collected at the Shrine Club located at 468 N.
stated that the fence appeared to have been struck by a large object, but due to heavy rain on
Woodlake Ave. in Inverness. Thank you for caring.
the day of the report, no evidence remained at the scene. The resident stated that he would
Realty
repair the fence.
Deputies, K-9 Arrest Capital City
Sally Price, Realtor
Bank Robbery Suspect
19 Hwy 40 W.
(352) 302-8556 cell
Inglis
On December 16, 2008 John Paterson was arrested by the Marion
LARGE HOME GREAT PRICE 67 COVE RD $159,000
County Sheriff’s Office. John Paterson is responsible for the Capital City
Bank robbery in Bronson that occurred on December 12, 2008.
Great home/office/4 bedroom. Immaculate home with
The Levy County Sheriff’s Office asked the Marion County
large rooms for entertaining or family life. If you like
Sheriff’s Office to be on the lookout for John Patterson in the Flemington
space and quality, this is it with beautiful tile work
area in Marion County. Deputy Dan Bowen and his K-9 Brix were checking
flooring and in the 2.5 baths. Wood stove in giant great
the drug areas in Flemington and observed Patterson as a passenger in a
room with incredible stonework. Large bedrooms & clos-
vehicle.
ets with lots of storage. Large 4th bedroom with glass
John Patterson
Deputy Bowen attempted to stop the vehicle and the driver at-
doors would make a great office, bar, or play/game room
tempted to flee and crashed the vehicle causing no injuries. Patterson jumped out of the
for teens or tots. 1.09 acre, landscaped with well for
vehicle and attempted to flee on foot and Deputy Bowen gave his K-9 warning to stop or he
garden and lawn. Large garage on paved street in Inglis
would release his K-9. Patterson refused to stop and K-9 Brix was released and Patterson was
near boat ramps and bike path.
apprehended. Patterson was treated and released for K-9 bites at Monroe Regional hospital.
NEED LISTINGS OF MOBILES - HAVE RENTAL REFERRALS
Patterson is currently lodged in the Marion County Jail.
A.B.A.
Hair Port
Coastal
at Plaza 40
A/C & Heating,Inc.
Carting
Shopping Center
“Your Electric Bill Reduction Specialists”
“Your
Hwy. 40E, Inglis
Roll-Off Container Service
• 100% Financing
• Commercial
(352) 212-0405
Contractors/Homeowners
• Visa & MasterCard
Refrigeration
10-20-30 yd.
Call for Appointment
• 30 Years Experience
• Residential
Walk-Ins Welcome
Dumpsters
• Commercial
Lamar & Big John
Ask Us About
Construction Debris
• Mobile Homes
Ultra Violet Air Filtering
Yard Waste
Removes nearly 100%
of germs & dust
Family Salon
Reduce Sickness & Allergies
Men • Women • Kids
Family Owned & Operated
Perms • Color • Hi-Lites
Locally Owned & Operated
Starting at $45
Licensed & Insured
352-447-3040
Licensed & Insured
Womens Cuts - $12
352-465-5020
Clipper Cuts - $8
License #CACO 57707