Woman accused of stealing package off man's porch, running him over with car
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A Winter Haven woman was arrested on an attempted murder charge after she stole a package off a man's porch, and then intentionally ran him over with her car, detectives said.
Marilyn Deboer, 42, fled the scene after the incident on Christmas Eve. Deboer was already wanted for violation of probation when she was arrested on the attempted murder charge on Thursday, authorities said.
"Marilyn Dannette Deboer maliciously and intentionally ran over this victim in an attempt to take his life, after stealing from him. She's a dangerous felon with a criminal history, and thanks to tips from the public and excellent police work, we were able to put her back in jail where she belongs," Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said.
Deboer was booked into the Polk County Jail early Friday morning.
Authorities said they need the public's help to locate the 2001 KIA Sportage used in the crime. The vehicle is a gray with FL tag number F221QV. The vehicle has a black hood and minor front-end damage, and a Plexiglas back window.
Anyone with information is asked to call Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS (8477).
