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Stolen information discovered during I-75 traffic stop

Posted at 5:48 PM, Jul 27, 2017
and last updated 2017-07-28 12:47:13-04

Over $51,000 and personal information stolen from over 100 people was located in a bag after Deputies conducted a traffic stop on I-75, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.

Deputies made the discovery when they pulled over a gray 2011 Infinity near MM 139.

During the investigation, Deputies also found a firearm, marijuana, ledgers, lists of names and personal identification information.

The driver, Kensly Phenix, 30, of Fort Lauderdale, was arrested and charged with Weapon Offense, Fraud- Impersonation, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Marijuana Possession, Drug Equipment Possession and Driving While License Suspended.