The Lynn Haven Police Department has arrested a Lynn Haven resident for Burglary, Grand Theft, Dealing in Stolen Property, Possession of Marijauna with intent to distribute with 1000 feet of a park, Possession of THC concentrate, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
The Lynn Haven Police Department received a report of a burglary to a residence. During the burglary, a large quantity of jewelry and precious metals were stolen from an elderly couple’s residence. Richard Bernard Dover was developed as a suspect in the case.
While conducting the investigation into the burglary, information was developed that Dover was engaged in the distribution of marijuana.
On April 17, 2025, a narcotics search warrant was executed on Dover’s residence. During the search warrant, approximately five pounds of marijuana was discovered as well as numerous items of THC concentrate. Further, during the execution of the warrant, evidence tying Dover to the burglary was discovered.
Following Dover’s arrest, additional information relating to the disposal of the stolen jewelry and precious metals was discovered.
Additional protentional victims have been identified and this investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact the Lynn Haven Police Department at 850-265-4111 or Crime Stoppers at 850-785-TIPS.
