The Broward County Sheriff’s Office in Tamarac responded to various incidents through January 20, 2025. Below is a detailed account of the incidents and arrests handled by local law enforcement during this period.
Property Crimes
Lost Property: A woman reported lost documents between October 30–31, 2024. (Reported: January 14, 2025)
Theft – Retail/Shoplifting:
Alcohol worth $60 was stolen from 7-11 at 3101 W Commercial Blvd on January 15.
Four suspects were arrested for organized retail theft at Walmart, stealing $508 on January 16.
CVS reported two women shoplifting $91 worth of merchandise on January 18.
Delayed shoplifting was reported at Neighborhood Walmart with a loss of $99 on January 19.
Burglary Conveyance: A work tablet was stolen from a van outside Winn Dixie on January 17; estimated loss: $300.
Theft – All Other:
Packages and jewelry were stolen, totaling $2,701.
Gold necklace theft linked to a property restoration worker on January 17.
Violent and Person Crimes
Robbery:
Strong-arm robbery on January 16, with $50 taken.
Bottle of liquor stolen in an assault on January 18.
Aggravated Battery: A victim was stabbed on January 17. The suspect was apprehended.
Miscellaneous
Animal Bite: A dog bite incident was reported on January 14 involving a flower delivery.
Criminal Mischief: Damage to a television and power cables.
Auto Theft: One vehicle was reported stolen and later self-recovered.
Arrests
January 16:
Scott Evans was arrested for a felony warrant (Battery on LEO).
Allen Linkhorn was charged with possession of cocaine.
Two suspects were arrested for petty theft at Walmart.
January 17: Malleiko Vallintine was charged with second-degree murder.
January 18: Archie Wellington was charged with aggravated assault using a deadly weapon in a domestic incident.
January 20: Charles Johnson was arrested for burglary of an unoccupied dwelling.
Notable Information
Baker Act: A juvenile was transported for evaluation on January 14.
Death Investigation: Roommate reported a death on January 18.
Property Damage: Stop sign vandalism on January 18.
Accidental Fire: Caused by a juvenile on January 20.
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