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. Two new suspects were added this week.

Deputies say Stephanie Engel, 50, is wanted for violation of probation and aggravated animal cruelty. Ezekiel Edwards, 46, is wanted for violation of probation, assault and trespassing.

Authorities are still searching for four other suspects:

  • Lacherra Fields, 32, is wanted for robbery, shoplifting, grand theft, failure to return leased property and contempt of court.
  • Jordan Brown, 24, is wanted for domestic battery by strangulation, criminal mischief and violation of probation.
  • Marlon Maldonado Rodriguez, 37, is wanted on six counts of capital sexual battery.
  • Anthony Morgan, 33, is wanted on cocaine and violation of probation charges.

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 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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