I contacted the sheriff's department to see if anyone could hire someone to find the loser. As usual, Det. Davis replied defensively and said that Bob's house has been searched numerous times; some of his employees have been instructed to dial 911 if they see him; Crime Stoppers has a reward for information leading to his arrest; and his standard - he won't discuss the case.
He also said that victims will be contacted when Bob's arrested. Of course, that doesn't include me or the majority of the people that Bob's stolen on average $15,000 from. The authorities have determined that somehow we just have civil cases. Of course, that's been Det. Davis' stance on my case since I first contacted him back in July. Well before any partial refund.
Wasn't Bob bragging to someone that he has 5 houses in his mother's name? I wonder if they've all been searched.
Incidentally, I spoke with a different policeman that didn't feel personally attacked when offered help. He said that we can search for him ourselves or hire someone if we wanted to, but to just call police if we find him - NOT to try to approach him ourselves.
If the "real" victims are contacted, I'd appreciate it if they'd pass the information along.