DeFuniak Springs Man Arrested For Identity Theft

February 23, 2018

DeFuniak Springs, FL – A DeFuniak Springs man is now behind bars for allegedly stealing the identity of the victim and withdrawing nearly $1,000.00.

The Defuniak Springs Police Department received a complaint form a victim stating William Christopher Strickland used their bank account information to withdraw differing amounts that totaled over $900.

Additionally, Strickland used the victim’s personal information to open financing accounts without permission.

The victim was able to contact the companies and close the accounts before further fraud could occur.

“This suspect was caught in the early stages and thankfully prevented from causing more damage,” said Chief Mark Weeks.  “Suspects in identity theft cases are hard to catch and often get away.”

Strickland was located at his home and arrested.  During his arrest he was found to have heroin and needles on his person.  Strickland was transported to the Walton County Jail where he was charged with Identity Theft and Grand Theft.  He is currently being held on a $5,000 bond.