- October 7, 2024
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Ormond Beach Police arrested a 36-year-old Jacksonville woman on Saturday, June 1, after she tried to steal an elderly couple's car by force at an Ormond Beach gas station.
Police report that Marvette Perry pushed a 74-year-old Virginia man from his car after he parked at the gas station to use the restroom at around 10:48 a.m. at the Exxon gas station at 1622 N. U.S. 1, according to statements from the victim and witnesses. Perry got in the driver seat of the victim's car — with the victim's 76-year-old wife still inside — and the victim held on to her leg until police arrived.
When police arrived, the victim was still preventing Perry's escape, according to a press release. One of the witnesses also drew his firearm and held her at gunpoint until he confirmed Perry was not armed, at which point he lowered his gun; police report he continued to stand by the scene until officers arrived.
The elderly couple was not injured.
After apprehending her, Perry told officers that she was "having a problem feeling overwhelmed," according to her arrest report. Perry was charged with several offenses, including carjacking, burglary with assault and resisting and officer, OBPD stated.
"Our officer's quick response, the bravery of a good samaritan, and the resilience of the elderly couple were instrumental in preventing a potentially dangerous situation from escalating," Ormond Beach Police Chief Jesse Godfrey said in the press release.
