A Cannon County man who got spooked after receiving a call from Idaho is now being sought after for stealing a car. According to the Cannon County Sheriff’s Department, a deputy was dispatched in reference to a stolen car. Upon arrival, he spoke with Angela Rogers who stated that Jeffery Poteet had been living with her and that she received a call from Idaho. After she mention it to Poteet, he took off in her car. Ms Rogers stated that she had not spoken with anyone from Idaho, however suspects Poteet may be wanted there. Ms Rogers stated that she text Poteet and advised him if he was not back with her car within 15 minutes she was going to report it stolen. Ms. Rogers advised that Mr. Poteet returned to the residence on foot and stated that her car and keys were across the road. Ms. Rogers stated that she advised Mr. Poteet that he was going to have to get his belongings and vacate from her residence immediately. At this time Ms. Rogers stated Mr. Poteet took off again, hurriedly, and took her vehicle again.
Vehicle is described as a 1997 Gold Nissan Altima missing grill with a chain holding hood closed, body damage/ dent on driver rear quarter panel near tail light. Poteet is described approximately 5’5″ heavyset, short red hair and beard, glasses last seen wearing a gray shirt and blue shorts.
