Facebook busts fugitive who gave police fake I.D.
LAKE OSWEGO, Ore. -- This time it was Facebook that solved the crime.
State troopers used the social media site's "in a relationship" status on Sunday afternoon to identify a wanted fugitive who had used a fake identity.
When the driver presented a fake I.D. to state troopers during a traffic stop on Interstate 5 near Lake Oswego, the troopers were skeptical. The picture didn’t match the driver, according to Oregon State Police spokesman Lt. Greg Hastings.
The man said the car belonged to his fiancé and gave the troopers the woman’s name.
Troopers were able to identify the driver after searching the woman’s name on Facebook in their patrol car laptop computer. The woman listed herself as in a relationship with Kerry Prowse, who resembled the driver, Hastings said in a news release.
Troopers said when they questioned the man, he eventually admitted he was Prowse, a wanted fugitive from Portland.
Wanted on a parole violation, Prowse, 42, also was arrested on suspicion of felon in possession of a weapon, unauthorized use of a motor vehicle and unlawful possession of methamphetamine.
Prowse also was cited for DUII drugs and misdemeanor driving while suspended. He was booked in the Clackamas County Jail. Other charges may be forthcoming as the investigation continues, police said.
"State troopers used the social media site's 'in a relationship' status on Sunday afternoon to identify a wanted fugitive who had used a fake identity."
His fiance must be very proud.. Â Or she thought he was someone else..
well, at least he has a great potential new facebook profile picture above
Looks like someone has a case of the Mondays!
Awwwww, Sad Sack. (And a tweaker, to boot.)
He looks like Robin Williams on meth
The one earring is so 80s.
@correct - Tell that to someone who only has one ear!
Classic! Girlfriend posts pic of Fugitive Meth Head Boyfriend on Facebook, what does the caption say? Catch of the Day? Meth explains the No Tooth Frown.Â
And people wonder (and complain) why police have laptops in their cars......there's a good reason right there.
Mr. Grumpy
That booking photo ought to be posted next to "Grumpy Cat" videos!
I wonder if the woman has changed her status to being available. If she hasn't then she is as big a loser as this guy is and they deserve each other.
@RalphCramden Dude...she is a loser for being anywhere near this guy...the end.
@deejm2112
You may be right but I have to give her the benefit of the doubt that she didn't know he was a loser. If she stays she is also a loser.
But I bet he is basically a good guy.
What kind of weapon did he have?
This would be a great day for Jay Leno to cruise K2 for stupid criminals.
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@Josh Johnshum @oldcouvguy
We in the herd are newcomers.Â
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The face of stupid.
Great now I will have to make more holes in my firewall to allow PD to use Facebook for their "work".Â
At least OSP has their OWN IS department and does not use any of the local PSAPS for dispatch. But this story will mean every HP/WCSO and TiPD will want Facebook too.Â
How brilliant! A fake ID with a picture that doesn't match. No wonder he is frowning. I don't think he is smart enough to be on the outside. Of course, it will be awhile before he needs to worry about that!
Thanks for the facebook link K2, I'm gonna try to friend him and then post that booking photo of him on his page.
That's quite a frown, mister. Aww :(
Is he intentionally doing a sad face there? Looks forced.
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People still use Facebook?
@Fake Pilot I only read the articles, I swear.
Facebook has security settings to keep people from viewing your profile and friends. Criminals aren't smart enough to use them. Nice work.
What is "unlawful possession of methamphetamine"? Is it legal to possess in some situations?
Great police work!! Too bad he won't get out of prison for another 6 years or so.
@Billy Batts Like 6 days you mean?