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gitire of the Dheviz,
7474 Utilities Road
Punta Gorda, Florida 33982
(941) 639-2301
Sheriff of Charlotte County
STATE OF FLORIDA
COUNTY OF CHARLOTTE
State of Florida
Plaintiff,
-Vs -
FREED, CHARLES DAVID
DOB 3/20/80
Defendant
FREED, CHARLES DAVID (DEFENDANT)
Before me, a notary public, Forbus, Cody AFFIANT, personally appeared, who being duly sworn alleges on information
and belief, that in Charlotte County the state of Florida the defendant FREED, CHARLES DAVID did commit the
offense(s) listed to wit:
810.02 3b - Burglary of an Unoccupied Dwelling Unarmed (LEV:F DEG:S 4166)
810.06 - Possession of Burglary Tools (LEV:F DEG:T 2769)
OCA/CASE/WARRANT NUMBER: 2001-015236
Arrest Date/Time: 01/28/20 02:00
Arrest Location: 992 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, Florida (Charlotte County Sheriffs Office)
Probable cause for this arrest is as follows:
On January 27th, 2020, at 1:25pm Deputy Gank was dispatched to ME Port Charlotte, Charlotte
County Florida in reference to an attempted burglary to a residence.
Upon arrival, Deputy Gank made sure the scene was secure and that there were no subjects around the above listed
address. Deputy Gank observed the front door to the residence and there was obvious signs of attempted force entry. The
door handle was knocked loose, the deadbolt to the door had sustained damage, and there were boot prints on the
outside door as if someone tried to kick it in. Deputy Gank took pictures of the damage to the door. The door appeared to
have had remained locked even after sustaining the damage.
Deputy Gank made contact i!) a neighbor who gave a sworn recorded statement providing the
ing information:
one of the white males was standing as a "lookout" on the corner of Royalview Drive and Como
Street. This subject was described as a white male wearing a camouflage long sleeve thermal shirt and blue jeans. The
other was described as standing near the residence itself screaming out "Shannon", dressed in a black hat, a grey hoodie
and shorts. [EE—Mbelieved he scared the suspects off after he made his presence known.
__ et that around 12:25pm he observed two white males acting suspicious in the area.Deputy Gank spoke with iE who lives at i: gave a sworn recorded statement
providing the following information:
HEM stated that around 1:20pm she heard loud banging coming from her neighbor's door, incident location. ii!
explained that it was constant and very loud as if someone was trying to break in. [a 1d to come outside and
stated that the noise ceased after a few minutes. When [finally came outside about 10 minutes after the banging
began, she didn't observe anyone suspicious around.
Deputy Gank spoke with the Landlord of the building is w! ided the following information:
ae that at about 12:30pm he was at the above listed ll incident location) and remembered there
eing a blue crowbar near the door. When he arrived at the crime scene after the commission of the crime, he noticed it
was missing and informed me of his finding: ort of the missing crowbar is consistent with the damage/pry
marks on the victim's door of the residence
Deputy Gank was able to get in contact with the resident of i «0 left her place of employment to
meet with the Sheriff's Office at the scene.
a: a sworn recorded statement providing the following information:
ladvised she had no idea that someone had attempted to burglarize her residence until she was notified by law
enforcement at whic! int she left her job and drove to her residence.
Deputy Gank asked oe there was anything of immediate value in the house and she explained that she does have a
safe where she keeps about $2000 cash in it at any given time. The crime scene was processed, and a fingerprint was
lifted from the door handle of the residence and placed into evidence. Pictures were taken of the damage of the door,
pry/markings and added to this case. Additional evidence collection of the paint from the door was obtain in reference to
comparing to any burglary tools discovered in this case.
At approximately 5:30pm, Cpl. Tricarico and DFC Cignarale were dispatched to the Racetrac 1520 El Jobean Rd., Port
Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida in reference to additional information in reference to this case.
Dispatch said the suspect from the burglary at the incident location} was walking into the
Racetrac with the crowbar that matched from the attempted burglary at | Upon arrival, DFC Cignarale did find a blue
crowbar and a sledgehammer on the ground. Nearby was Charles David Freed 03/20/1980 (suspect 1) and Kathryn
Kujawa. Kathryn said she and Charles had seen the crowbar and hammer on the ground near the intersection of El
Jobean Rd. and Como St. They had picked them up and carried them to the store where they were going.
After obtaining information from several parties that were present the crowbar and sledgehammer were seized and placed
into evidence. Both the crowbar and hammer matched similar to the tools used to commit the attempted burglary ‘oa
The hammer had white paint markings that matched similar to the paint of the door ai
At 1845 hours, Detective Pelfrey and | responded to the Racetrac to take over the investigation. Upon arrival, | made
contact with who provided a sworn recorded statement in reference to the incident that had occurred at
advised he observed two males in proximity oj According to!
one male was directly in front of and the other male was acting as a "lookout" on Como Street. One male was later
identified as W/M Charles D Freed (DOB 03-20-1980) who was seen wearing a camouflage shirt, pants, and boots.
as located at the Racetrac and was in the presence of law enforcement fl centifieg Charles Freed as
one of the suspects in the crime. Charles was cooperative and was transported to the District 2 Office for further
interviewing.
Once at the District 2 Office, Charles was read his Miranda Warnings and he waived his rights. During the course of the
interview, Charles story changed multiple times. After discovering the deception in Charles' statements he finial confessed
to the above crime at the above incident location. Charles placed himself in direct proximity of the crime scene. Charles
also admitted to possessing tools that were identified by witnesses at the crime scene as the burglary tools used to
commit the crime, these tools were seen directly outside of the victims residence. Charles had the burglary tools at the
Racetrac and admitted to taking possession of them. During Charles statement, he was provided three photographs of the
victims front door that was damaged during the commission of the attempted burglary. Charles confirmed the door in the
photographs was the one he actually kicked during the attempted break in. Charles identified an accomplice, Coty Bonilla,
that took an active role in the crime with him. During the interview he advised Coty carried the blue crowbar and hammer
to the victims residence. In addition, Charles provided handwritten note indicating he had gotten high on narcotics with his
friend Coty Bonilla who had convinced him to help open a door. Both were unsuccessful entering the residence to obtain
property to suspect their drug (meth) addiction.
The victim in this crime did not know the suspects and stated she did not give them authorization to be on the property or
damage her door. The victim wished to prosecute all suspects in this investigation.
Based on the totality of circumstances, sworn witness statements obtained, evidence collected, burglary tools located in
Charles' possession and being identified as the same tools actually used in the crime, Charles' post Miranda sworn
confession to the above crime, and the crime was committed to attempt to gain unlawful entry to the victims unit to
obtained property. Therefore, Charles committed the crimes of attempted burglary to an unoccupied residence and
possession of burglary tools.Kit 006
AFFIANT Forbus, Cody 2963
Signed 01/28/20 03:18:18
Sworn to and subscribed before me, on 1/28/20
01/28/20 03:18:33
NOTARY PUBLIC/DEPUTY SHERIFF Pelfrey, Seth
SignedRECORD OF FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING
Felony: Misdemeanor:
Date of Hearing:
STATE OF FLORIDA Case Number:
VS
FREED, CHARLES DAVID
On the above date the above named defendant has been advised that he is under arrest for the following charge(s):
Statute & Description Court Sets Bond
810.02 3b - Burglary of an Unoccupied Dwelling Unarmed (LEV:F DEG:S 4166)
810.06 - Possession of Burglary Tools (LEV:F DEG:T 2769)
Arraignment on At AM in the Court, Punta Gorda, Florida
Defendant advised of right to an attorney:
(_) Defendant authorized application fee to be taken from personal property and forwarded to clerk
( ) Will retain private attorney
(_) Waives right to an attorney
(_) States indigence, request referral to the Public Defender.
(_) Signed affidavit of indigence and requests appointment of Public Defender, who is hereby appointed pursuant to the
statute or signed order on defendants request for court appointed counsel.
(_) No contact with victim(s) per separate order.
(_) May make one trip back to residence to pick up personal property with deputy.
(.) No alcohol
( ) Defendant qualifies under the Anti- Murder Act and must be held NO BOND pursuant to Fla. Stat. § 903.0351.
(_) Defendant qualifies under the Jessica Lunsford Act. A Danger Hearing was not conducted because the Defendant is
held NO BOND at this time.
(_) The Court has reviewed the Sheriff’s Office determination of qualification and at this time has determined that the
Defendant does not qualify under either the Jessica Lunsford or Anti-Murder Act.
(_) This is to certify that | have examined the evidence in this case and find probable cause.
(_) No probable cause found: 24 hours to produce.
Judge’s signature
Defendant’s signature
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gitire of the Dheviz, 7474 Utilities Road Punta Gorda, Florida 33982 (941) 639-2301 Sheriff of Charlotte County STATE OF FLORIDA COUNTY OF CHARLOTTE State of Florida Plaintiff, -Vs - FREED, CHARLES DAVID DOB 3/20/80 Defendant FREED, CHARLES DAVID (DEFENDANT) Before me, a notary public, Forbus, Cody AFFIANT, personally appeared, who being duly sworn alleges on information and belief, that in Charlotte County the state of Florida the defendant FREED, CHARLES DAVID did commit the offense(s) listed to wit: 810.02 3b - Burglary of an Unoccupied Dwelling Unarmed (LEV:F DEG:S 4166) 810.06 - Possession of Burglary Tools (LEV:F DEG:T 2769) OCA/CASE/WARRANT NUMBER: 2001-015236 Arrest Date/Time: 01/28/20 02:00 Arrest Location: 992 Tamiami Trail, Port Charlotte, Florida (Charlotte County Sheriffs Office) Probable cause for this arrest is as follows: On January 27th, 2020, at 1:25pm Deputy Gank was dispatched to ME Port Charlotte, Charlotte County Florida in reference to an attempted burglary to a residence. Upon arrival, Deputy Gank made sure the scene was secure and that there were no subjects around the above listed address. Deputy Gank observed the front door to the residence and there was obvious signs of attempted force entry. The door handle was knocked loose, the deadbolt to the door had sustained damage, and there were boot prints on the outside door as if someone tried to kick it in. Deputy Gank took pictures of the damage to the door. The door appeared to have had remained locked even after sustaining the damage. Deputy Gank made contact i!) a neighbor who gave a sworn recorded statement providing the ing information: one of the white males was standing as a "lookout" on the corner of Royalview Drive and Como Street. This subject was described as a white male wearing a camouflage long sleeve thermal shirt and blue jeans. The other was described as standing near the residence itself screaming out "Shannon", dressed in a black hat, a grey hoodie and shorts. [EE—Mbelieved he scared the suspects off after he made his presence known. __ et that around 12:25pm he observed two white males acting suspicious in the area.Deputy Gank spoke with iE who lives at i: gave a sworn recorded statement providing the following information: HEM stated that around 1:20pm she heard loud banging coming from her neighbor's door, incident location. ii! explained that it was constant and very loud as if someone was trying to break in. [a 1d to come outside and stated that the noise ceased after a few minutes. When [finally came outside about 10 minutes after the banging began, she didn't observe anyone suspicious around. Deputy Gank spoke with the Landlord of the building is w! ided the following information: ae that at about 12:30pm he was at the above listed ll incident location) and remembered there eing a blue crowbar near the door. When he arrived at the crime scene after the commission of the crime, he noticed it was missing and informed me of his finding: ort of the missing crowbar is consistent with the damage/pry marks on the victim's door of the residence Deputy Gank was able to get in contact with the resident of i «0 left her place of employment to meet with the Sheriff's Office at the scene. a: a sworn recorded statement providing the following information: ladvised she had no idea that someone had attempted to burglarize her residence until she was notified by law enforcement at whic! int she left her job and drove to her residence. Deputy Gank asked oe there was anything of immediate value in the house and she explained that she does have a safe where she keeps about $2000 cash in it at any given time. The crime scene was processed, and a fingerprint was lifted from the door handle of the residence and placed into evidence. Pictures were taken of the damage of the door, pry/markings and added to this case. Additional evidence collection of the paint from the door was obtain in reference to comparing to any burglary tools discovered in this case. At approximately 5:30pm, Cpl. Tricarico and DFC Cignarale were dispatched to the Racetrac 1520 El Jobean Rd., Port Charlotte, Charlotte County, Florida in reference to additional information in reference to this case. Dispatch said the suspect from the burglary at the incident location} was walking into the Racetrac with the crowbar that matched from the attempted burglary at | Upon arrival, DFC Cignarale did find a blue crowbar and a sledgehammer on the ground. Nearby was Charles David Freed 03/20/1980 (suspect 1) and Kathryn Kujawa. Kathryn said she and Charles had seen the crowbar and hammer on the ground near the intersection of El Jobean Rd. and Como St. They had picked them up and carried them to the store where they were going. After obtaining information from several parties that were present the crowbar and sledgehammer were seized and placed into evidence. Both the crowbar and hammer matched similar to the tools used to commit the attempted burglary ‘oa The hammer had white paint markings that matched similar to the paint of the door ai At 1845 hours, Detective Pelfrey and | responded to the Racetrac to take over the investigation. Upon arrival, | made contact with who provided a sworn recorded statement in reference to the incident that had occurred at advised he observed two males in proximity oj According to! one male was directly in front of and the other male was acting as a "lookout" on Como Street. One male was later identified as W/M Charles D Freed (DOB 03-20-1980) who was seen wearing a camouflage shirt, pants, and boots. as located at the Racetrac and was in the presence of law enforcement fl centifieg Charles Freed as one of the suspects in the crime. Charles was cooperative and was transported to the District 2 Office for further interviewing. Once at the District 2 Office, Charles was read his Miranda Warnings and he waived his rights. During the course of the interview, Charles story changed multiple times. After discovering the deception in Charles' statements he finial confessed to the above crime at the above incident location. Charles placed himself in direct proximity of the crime scene. Charles also admitted to possessing tools that were identified by witnesses at the crime scene as the burglary tools used to commit the crime, these tools were seen directly outside of the victims residence. Charles had the burglary tools at the Racetrac and admitted to taking possession of them. During Charles statement, he was provided three photographs of the victims front door that was damaged during the commission of the attempted burglary. Charles confirmed the door in the photographs was the one he actually kicked during the attempted break in. Charles identified an accomplice, Coty Bonilla, that took an active role in the crime with him. During the interview he advised Coty carried the blue crowbar and hammer to the victims residence. In addition, Charles provided handwritten note indicating he had gotten high on narcotics with his friend Coty Bonilla who had convinced him to help open a door. Both were unsuccessful entering the residence to obtain property to suspect their drug (meth) addiction. The victim in this crime did not know the suspects and stated she did not give them authorization to be on the property or damage her door. The victim wished to prosecute all suspects in this investigation. Based on the totality of circumstances, sworn witness statements obtained, evidence collected, burglary tools located in Charles' possession and being identified as the same tools actually used in the crime, Charles' post Miranda sworn confession to the above crime, and the crime was committed to attempt to gain unlawful entry to the victims unit to obtained property. Therefore, Charles committed the crimes of attempted burglary to an unoccupied residence and possession of burglary tools.Kit 006 AFFIANT Forbus, Cody 2963 Signed 01/28/20 03:18:18 Sworn to and subscribed before me, on 1/28/20 01/28/20 03:18:33 NOTARY PUBLIC/DEPUTY SHERIFF Pelfrey, Seth SignedRECORD OF FIRST APPEARANCE HEARING Felony: Misdemeanor: Date of Hearing: STATE OF FLORIDA Case Number: VS FREED, CHARLES DAVID On the above date the above named defendant has been advised that he is under arrest for the following charge(s): Statute & Description Court Sets Bond 810.02 3b - Burglary of an Unoccupied Dwelling Unarmed (LEV:F DEG:S 4166) 810.06 - Possession of Burglary Tools (LEV:F DEG:T 2769) Arraignment on At AM in the Court, Punta Gorda, Florida Defendant advised of right to an attorney: (_) Defendant authorized application fee to be taken from personal property and forwarded to clerk ( ) Will retain private attorney (_) Waives right to an attorney (_) States indigence, request referral to the Public Defender. (_) Signed affidavit of indigence and requests appointment of Public Defender, who is hereby appointed pursuant to the statute or signed order on defendants request for court appointed counsel. (_) No contact with victim(s) per separate order. (_) May make one trip back to residence to pick up personal property with deputy. (.) No alcohol ( ) Defendant qualifies under the Anti- Murder Act and must be held NO BOND pursuant to Fla. Stat. § 903.0351. (_) Defendant qualifies under the Jessica Lunsford Act. A Danger Hearing was not conducted because the Defendant is held NO BOND at this time. (_) The Court has reviewed the Sheriff’s Office determination of qualification and at this time has determined that the Defendant does not qualify under either the Jessica Lunsford or Anti-Murder Act. (_) This is to certify that | have examined the evidence in this case and find probable cause. (_) No probable cause found: 24 hours to produce. Judge’s signature Defendant’s signature