Crime

Have you seen one of these Manatee fugitives? A reward of up to $3,000 could be yours

The weekly list of featured fugitives has been updated by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. This week’s changes include the arrest of one suspect and the addition of another one.

Deputies arrested Joshua Chiodo, 29, Thursday on a violation of probation charge. He is being at the Manatee County Jail without bond.

According to a release, Luis Gomez, 24, is wanted for felony battery, false imprisonment, possession of marijuana and violation of probation.

Authorities are still searching for five other suspects:

  • Edson Siede, 29, is wanted for dealing in stolen property and defrauding a pawnbroker.
  • Freddie Edwards, 34, is wanted for violation of probation, battery and violation of injunction.
  • Aaron Martin, 23, is wanted for sale of fentanyl.
  • Amy Martel, 40, is wanted for contempt of court and possession of drug paraphernalia.
  • Patrion Lavender, 19, is wanted for shooting into an occupied dwelling.

Anyone with information about these fugitives can call the toll-free anonymous tip line at (866) 634-8477 (TIPS) or submit an e-TIP online at www.ManateeCrimeStoppers.com. Tipsters are eligible for rewards of up to $3,000. These fugitives are wanted by law enforcement as of press time. Apprehensions and arrests may occur to change the status of fugitives.

Ryan Callihan
Bradenton Herald
Ryan Callihan is the Bradenton Herald’s Senior Editor. As a reporter in Manatee County, he won awards for his local government and environmental coverage. Ryan is a graduate of USF St. Petersburg. Support my work with a digital subscription
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