Authorities arrested a Tampa Fire and Rescue employee after he allegedly sold goods belonging to the department on the internet. Tampa Police have charged the defendant, 30-year old Wisman Figueroa II, with grand theft. Figueroa has confessed to selling over $11,000 worth of firefighter helmets, pants, jackets, decals, badges and other equipment on the popular bidding website, EBay.
Police arrested the defendant on the crime of grand theft. He posted $2,000 bond and is currently awaiting trial outside of jail. There is no information on what administrative penalties Figueroa will face from the Tampa Fire and Rescue Department.
Pursuant to Florida statute 812.014, State law defines the crime of grand theft as the unlawful taking of the property belonging to another valued at over $300. Florida Grand theft is considered a third degree felony. However, if the stolen property has a value of under $300 then it is considered a misdemeanor petit theft charge. Figueroa could be issued a maximum sentence of five years behind bars if he is convicted on all charges.
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