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Umatilla Today
By the People, for the People
Marion County Woman Arrested for Illegal Dumping of 22,000 Pounds of Trash
Jessica Bazemore failed to remove the massive garbage pile near her Umatilla home within the allotted time frame.
Mar. 19, 2026 at 7:03am
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A 42-year-old Marion County woman named Jessica Bazemore has been arrested after allegedly dumping more than 22,000 pounds of household garbage, including furniture, on land near her home in Umatilla, Florida. Authorities gave Bazemore two months to remove the trash, but she failed to do so, leading to her arrest on felony charges.
Why it matters
Illegal dumping of large amounts of trash poses serious environmental and public health risks, as well as being an eyesore for the local community. This case highlights the need for proper waste management and enforcement of laws against unlawful disposal of garbage.
The details
According to the Marion County Sheriff's Office, Jessica Bazemore, 42, dumped over 22,000 pounds of household garbage, including furniture, on land near her home in Umatilla. Authorities gave Bazemore a two-month deadline to remove the trash, but she failed to do so, leading to her arrest on Tuesday. Bazemore posted bond on Wednesday and is now facing felony charges.
- On March 19, 2026, Jessica Bazemore was arrested by Marion County Sheriff's deputies.
- Bazemore was given a two-month deadline to remove the 22,000 pounds of trash, but failed to do so.
The players
Jessica Bazemore
A 42-year-old Marion County resident who was arrested for illegally dumping over 22,000 pounds of household garbage near her home.
Marion County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that arrested Bazemore and gave her a deadline to remove the massive trash pile.
The takeaway
This case underscores the importance of responsible waste disposal and the consequences of illegal dumping, which can pose serious environmental and public health risks if left unchecked. It serves as a warning to others who may be tempted to unlawfully discard large amounts of trash in their communities.
