A Florida man is behind bars after a witness placed him at the scene of a missing woman’s vehicle.
As CrimeOnline previously reported, Titusville police are treating the disappearance of Jessie D. Kirk, a member of a prominent real estate family, as suspicious.
According to Florida Today, a friend notified police around 9 a.m. Tuesday that Kirk was missing after failing to appear for her morning walk.
A witness placed 35-year-old David Armstrong Barber; identified as the the estranged boyfriend of Kirk’s niece, at the scene of the car. Police said they arrested Barber for loitering and prowling near Kirk’s home on the 3200 block of South Washington Avenue, according to Spectrum News. Police reportedly found him with “significant” burn marks.
FOX Orlando reports that Barber worked as a corrections deputy for the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office from January 2018 until he resigned voluntarily, the sheriff’s office confirmed.
In November 2024, Barber’s ex-girlfriend sought a restraining order against him, alleging stalking. She reported seeing him digging through a dumpster outside her apartment and found him underneath her car. Additionally, she discovered a rod and wires attached to her vehicle, according to court documents.
In December 2024, Barber faced arrest for allegedly trying to break into the Rockledge apartment he had shared with his ex-girlfriend until their breakup in July 2024.
Police subsequently arrested Barber for attempted burglary and possession of burglary tools.
Anyone with information is urged to call the Titusville Police Department. To remain anonymous, call CRIMELINE at 800-423-TIPS.
Barber remains behind bars without Bond. Check back for updates.
[Feature Photo via Orange County PD]
