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Two men arrested in
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Citrus County drug raid
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Two men were arrested on drug charges, March 19, when the Citrus County Sheriff's
Office's Tactical Impact Unit executed a search warrant in Hernando at 3396 E. Buckskin Ln.
Call 352-795-9550
According to the arrest reports, the resident was Bruce Jai Rea Bellamy, 29, "a mid-level
dealer" of drugs. Bellamy was charged with trafficking in cocaine, possession of cannabis
“Shadow” is a 6 mo. old male, English Bull-
less than 20 grams and possession of drug paraphernalia. His bond was set at $100,000.
dog/Labrador Retriever mix. He is all black
The search began at 4:20 p.m., when the team announced their presence at Bellamy's
and is a real sweet heart of a dog. He is
front door. Officers shouted, "Sheriff's office; search warrant. Sheriff's office; search war-
wormed and current on his shots. He is
rant," while units at the rear of the residence apprehended Bellamy as he was attempting to
house trained and crate trained. He gets
exit the back door, carrying several items in his hands. According to the reports, officers
along well with other dogs. “Shadow”
ordered him to the ground, and he threw the items toward the back door - three plastic baggies
containing 127 grams (4.45 oz.) of cocaine and an ankle sock. Bellamy was handcuffed.
knows the basic commands. He is approxi-
Meanwhile, other members of the team searched the house and found 28-year-old
mately 50 lbs. now and will mature as a
Nicholas Patrick Bollin, 1534 W. Joycelyn Ln., Citrus Springs, in the kitchen. He told officers
large, wonderful dog. He is seeking a new
that he had come to visit Bellamy so they could discuss flag football. He denied being at
loving home. Contact 352-528-9888.
Bellamy's residence to purchase cocaine. He told officers that he had no illegal drugs or
paraphernalia in his vehicle that was parked outside, however, officers found 6 Methadone
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tablets, a DEA Schedule II controlled substance, in the center console of his vehicle that had
“Foxy” is a 2 yr old spayed female, Chow mix. She is a small to medium size dog - maybe 28 lbs.
not been medically prescribed to him.
She is black with light brown striped socks on her feet (unusual markings). She is good with
Bellamy told officers they would find, "Only what I threw," then stated that he would
other dogs and likes children. She is current on her shots and wormed. She is crate trained
not answer any further questions or make any additional statements.
and walks on a leash. She is a sweet little dog looking for a loving home.
In the residence, officers found several items of paraphernalia, a spoon, scale and
“Rowdy” is a 2 yr old neutered male, Blue Heeler. He is black and brown with a docked tail. He
plastic baggies were found on the kitchen counter, and a baggie was found in an open kitchen
is good with other dogs. He is wormed and current on shots. He is a very nice dog seeking a
cabinet that contained a white powdery substance. Officers also found a small plastic baggie
loving home.
that contained approximately 5.8 grams of cannabis. Mention was made of "other items of
“Elvis” is a 1 yr old neutered male, Walker Hound mix. He is lemon and white. He really sings!!
paraphernalia and evidence" that was found in the residence. Both men were arrested. Bollin
He is crate trained, gets along well with other dogs and cats. He is a really beautiful and sweet
was charged with possession of a controlled substance; his bond was set at $5000.
dog. He is searching for that special home.
Fire Service reports 35 illegal burns last week
“Buster” is a 1 yr old male, Pit Bull mix breed. He is black with brown brindle legs and eye
brows. He is current on his shots. He is crate trained and he is good with other dogs. He is
The Citrus County Fire Rescue Service said Monday there were 36 illegal burns
searching for a loving home.
reported in the week of March 15-21. County fire and fire officials have been urging all
“Lowell” is an 8 month old male, Jack Russell mix. He is brown, black & white. He is big,
residents to abide by the burn ban because of the extreme danger of wildfires due to the
weighing 40-45 lbs. He is good with other dogs. He is wormed and current on shots. He is
extraordinarily dry conditions.
very energetic. He is a very sweet dog seeking a loving home.
There have been 357 illegal burns reported since the burn ban was put into effect by
“C.C.” is a 1 yr old female, Pit Bull mix breed. She is a beautiful golden color with white
the county commission on Jan. 9. Illegal burns of yard and household trash are one of the
markings and yellow gold eyes. She is a good dog. She gets along well with other dogs and
prime causes of brush fires, and this is the driest time of the year, making the landscape very
cats. She is current on her shots and wormed. She is crate trained. “C.C.” is a wonderful dog
susceptible to wildfires.
looking for a loving home.
There were three brush fires in the week of March 15-21. There have been 77 brush
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fires since the burn ban was put into effect on Jan. 1. One of them threatened a number of
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residential neighborhoods and resulted in a call out of every available firefighter in the county,
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