Released by the Florida Highway Patrol …
On July 2, 2019, at approximately 9:59 a.m. the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office received a call about a Ms. Kaitlyn R. Payne jumping from a private transport vehicle that was being used to transport her to a court-ordered rehabilitation center.
Ms. Payne began to run on foot and attempted to break into several vehicles. Ms. Payne was eventually able to steal a pick-up truck, and she attempted to flee the area.
A deputy was able to catch up to the vehicle on US-231 and Lake Point Road. Ms. Payne attempted to turn onto Sherry Circle and was unable to control the vehicle. The vehicle drove onto the shoulder and collided with a power pole. Ms. Payne then fled the scene on foot and was quickly taken
into custody by a Jackson County Sheriff’s Office deputy.
The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the scene and continued the investigation. Ms. Payne was charged with the following:
1. Grand Theft Auto (Felony)
2. Burglary of a Conveyance (Felony)
3. Burglary of A Conveyance Armed (Felony)
4. Leaving the Scene (Misdemeanor)
5. Theft of Firearm (Felony)