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Florida Highway Patrol Arrests Man for Stealing and Attempting to Sell Radioactive Device in Manatee County

Florida Highway Patrol Arrests Man for Stealing and Attempting to Sell Radioactive Device in Manatee County
Photo: WPTV

The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Manatee County for theft and possession of a radiological device after he allegedly attempted to sell the stolen radioactive equipment on Facebook. The arrest highlights concerns about public safety and the security of sensitive materials across Florida.

According to law enforcement, the

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