Suspect Arrested In Connection With Theft Of Firefighter’s Wallet

Suspect Arrested In Connection With Theft Of Firefighter’s Wallet

(Santa Cruz, CA) — An anonymous tip is being credited for identifying the man suspected of stealing a firefighter’s wallet from his truck before draining the bank account. Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s officials say 37-year-old Brian Johnson had the firefighter’s identification and credit cards when he was arrested Wednesday night. A caller identified Johnson as the suspect after authorities released security footage of the man making a number of purchases with stolen cards. A GoFundMe account was established purportedly to aid the firefighter, but authorities are warning residents not to donate as it could be a scam.