Florida Woman Posed As An Adjuster, Arrested Twice For Scamming Hurricane Irma Victims

An Orange City woman arrested in January for scamming Hurricane Irma victims was arrested a second time on Monday in Brevard County and accused of committing the same crime, state officials said. The office of Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis issued a release stating that Mary Bruce, 50, was again arrested, accused of unlicensed practice of public adjusting and grand theft related to Hurricane Irma. Bruce attempted to steal more than $68,000 in fraudulent claims, the news release states. According to information from Patronis’ office, investigators discovered that Bruce approached homeowners whose homes sustained roof and interior damages from the storm. Bruce then told the homeowners that she was an “independent claims adjuster” who could negotiate settlements with insurance companies.