Big Coppitt man arrested

Big Coppitt Key resident Adrian Diaz, 20 years of age, was arrested today on multiple felony charges. He was wanted on an outstanding warrant a crime spree that took place January 7th in the vicinity of Big Coppitt Key.

The incident began with a car, a silver Lexus, stolen from a residence on Cudjoe Key. Diaz was spotted numerous times driving the car and each time, managed to elude deputies, refusing to stop and driving dangerously when he fled from them.

Detectives investigating the case obtained videos Diaz had taken of himself with the stolen vehicle. A warrant was obtained for his arrest. He was picked up today and faces the following list of charges with a total bond of $140,000.

Reckless Driving

Fleeing and eluding police

Burglary of a vehicle

Possession of burglary tools

Grand theft of a vehicle

Theft

Possession of cocaine

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