Meth-Fueled Madness: Florida Man Steals St. Augustine (32084) Tour Train, Picks Up Passengers – LIVE UPDATES

Historic District (32084) – A bizarre incident unfolded in downtown St. Augustine when a 38-year-old Florida man, allegedly high on meth, stole a popular tourist sightseeing train and began driving it through the historic district—picking up unsuspecting passengers along the way. According to police, the man operated the train as if he were a guide, even stopping to allow people on board. The joyride ended near the Bridge of Lions, where authorities safely stopped the vehicle and arrested the suspect. No injuries were reported, but officials are urging the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activity near tourist transportation hubs.

Key Facts

• BREAKING: 38-year-old man high on meth stole sightseeing train in downtown St. Augustine

• IMPACT: Several tourists unknowingly rode stolen train; no injuries reported

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “He was driving it like a tour guide. It was surreal.” – St. Augustine PD

• ACTION: Public urged to report suspicious activity involving public transit or tourist vehicles

Impact Of Historic District (32084) 

1. Precise Location:
   Historic District (32084) – Intersection of St. George Street and Cathedral Place

2. Community Connection:
   “It looked like a normal ride—until cops surrounded it with lights on.”
   – Jenna R., visitor from Ohio

3. Visual Proof:
   

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  This is Florida’s third drug-related vehicle theft in a tourist zone in less than 60 days

• DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:
  

Crisis Response

• IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
  » St. Johns Addiction Services: 904-555-HELP
  » Northeast Florida Crisis Line: 1-800-662-4357

• OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
  “Stay alert around tourist vehicles. If something feels off, call 911 immediately.”
  – Sgt. Eliza Miller, St. Augustine Police

Community Pulse

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Update Log

• 🆕 6:30 PM: Suspect identified and charged with grand theft and drug possession

• 🆕 5:20 PM: Police confirm methamphetamine was involved

• 🆕 4:45 PM: Stolen tour train stopped near Bridge of Lions with no injuries reported