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'Wanted' St. Johns County man found to be elderly dog-carrying neighbor, deputies say

The man wanted for reportedly trying to lure a 12-year-old girl to his car has been identified, the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office said.

The man, described as a wrinkled white male in his 60s, was identified as a known resident who often drives around neighborhoods with his wife and dog, authorities said.

The original report said authorities wanted to a find a man who used a dog named "Pixie" in an attempt to lure the girl to his Honda Civic.

The man was found and interviewed. The dog in question was confirmed to be "a beloved pet and is offered up often for individuals to pet."