Florida Man Arrested After Seeking Meth on Craigslist

In Bonifay, Florida, a Craigslist ad stating 'New to the area, looking for ice or crack' led to the arrest of Anthony Mata. The Holmes County Sheriff’s Office responded to the ad by posing as sellers and arranged a meeting with Mata. During negotiations, Mata agreed to buy an 'eight ball' of methamphetamine for $80. The undercover operation resulted in his arrest when the exchange occurred. Mata faces charges for purchasing meth and unlawfully using a two-way communication device, while his companion, Stephen Hornsby, was also arrested.

This incident underscores the challenges law enforcement faces with drug-related activities on online platforms like Craigslist and serves as a reminder of the risks associated with illicit drug transactions.