TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A man accused of exposing himself to women at a Florida Walmart was caught on video being accosted by officers at the store’s entrance after leading them on a brief chase to foot.
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded Thursday to the Fort Myers Walmart, located at 14821 Six Mile Cypress Parkway.
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The Walmart’s loss prevention officer told officials that Jawahn Lynell Jennings, 35, was following women around the store while touching herself inappropriately.
When deputies approached Jennings near the clothing section, he immediately fled, leading them on a brief chase through the store.
As Jennings tried to get out, the officers tackled him to the ground and handcuffed him.
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“You want to be a disgusting pervert and try to outrun MY deputies?!” My 4th Precinct will help you get through the gate and take you straight to the Marceno Motel,” said Sheriff Carmine Marceno. “While Jennings remains in our custody, I will ensure he is covered in a red jumpsuit.”
According to the sheriff’s office, Jennings is a registered sex offender following a 2020 incident in Connecticut. He was charged with indecent assault.
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