Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, August 5, 2026 —

A Flagler County, Florida, man has been arrested in connection with the alleged theft of a bear figurine containing a child’s ashes and the stalking of a woman he met through a dating application.

The incident came to light when the victim reported that a man she had met on a dating app had stolen a bear statuette from her residence. The victim stated that the bear figurine held significant sentimental value as it contained the ashes of her deceased child.

Authorities were alerted and subsequently arrested the suspect. The report indicates that the suspect had also been stalking the victim. Further details regarding the timeline of events, the specific dating app used, or the names of the individuals involved were not immediately available.

The investigation into the theft and stalking allegations is ongoing. Information regarding the exact location where the bear was stolen from or if it has been recovered was not provided. The status of any permits or licenses related to the case was not mentioned.

The alleged actions have raised concerns within the community regarding personal safety and the security of sentimental belongings. Law enforcement officials are urging individuals to exercise caution when meeting new people online.

The suspect’s name and details of his arrest, including any charges filed, were not disclosed in the initial summary. The outcome of any subsequent legal proceedings, such as court dates or sentencing, has not yet been determined.



Story summarized from the original created by Baileigh.Bockover@fox.com (Baileigh Bockover) on www.fox35orlando.com, see more information here.

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