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Suspected thief who left hospital found

CLAY COUNTY, Fla — Officials in Clay County were searching for a man who was arrested for stealing and then left a hospital on Wednesday, deputies said.

Deputies were looking for 29-year-old Lucas Lawrence.

Lawrence was found overnight and has been readmitted to the hospital.

Lawrence was suspected of stealing from Walmart and was taken to the hospital after he had a medical issue. He then left the hospital.

Deputies were concerned about Lawrence because of his poor health.

Please be on the look out for Lucas Lawrence (date of birth 7-4-86) of Middleburg. Earlier tonight he was being treated...

Posted by Clay County Sheriff's Office, Florida on Wednesday, May 4, 2016

The missing patient, Lucas Lawrence, was located overnight and has been readmitted to a local hospital. Thank you for your assistance and concern.

Posted by Clay County Sheriff's Office, Florida on Thursday, May 5, 2016

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