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Polk County, FL - A Central Florida man was arrested after he accidentally forgot the fake identity he used to evade law enforcement, leading to his arrest.
The incident occurred when the suspect, who had previously provided a false name to police during an encounter, was pulled over by Polk County deputies for another traffic violation.
During this stop, he mistakenly used the same false identity but was unable to recall key details about it, prompting officers to realize the deception.
Deputies say 54-year old Richard Hallmark of Winter Haven told a PCSO sergeant during a traffic stop that his name was actually Robert Hallmark.
Authorities quickly discovered that the man had been using a fabricated name to avoid prior legal issues, including warrants for his arrest.
After further investigation, they identified him and placed him under arrest.
This case highlights the risks associated with providing false information to law enforcement, as even minor mistakes can lead to an arrest.
The man now faces additional charges for obstruction and identity fraud.