Burglary suspect arrested after hiding from deputies inside box spring mattress

James Lupis.

BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County Deputies arrested a burglary suspect after they found him hiding from authorities inside a box spring mattress.

The suspect is 30-year-old James Lupis, who was wanted by authorities for stealing someone’s credit card and making unauthorized purchases on it, according to the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.

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On Feb. 24, authorities said they were able to locate Lupis in Cocoa. He refused to leave the house.

After a standoff, authorities were able to enter the house, where they found Lupis hiding inside of a box spring mattress.

Lupis was taken into custody and was held on bail at the Brevard County jail.


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