Wanted sexual offender missing near Poinciana train station, Sheriff's Office says

The Osceola County Sheriff's Office is attempting to locate a registered sex offender who went missing in the Poinciana area Wednesday after cutting off his GPS ankle monitor.

Ridge White, 35, was last seen at approximately 7:00 pm at the transient residence in a wooded area on the north side of the Poinciana SunRail station.

White has gunshot scars on his abdomen, chest, and right and left leg. White also has a number of tattoos: Woman's devil face on the upper right arm, angels on the left wrist, skull on the right leg and upper left arm, "Hell boy" on his back, "Cariene" on his right hand, "Panne" & skull w/horn on the left hand, mortal combat sign on his neck, stitch on his right wrist, and scorpion, "R.J.," and "11/13/14" on his lower right arm.

 A warrant has been obtained for his arrest in reference to the violation of probation. White has an extensive criminal history in Osceloa County dating back to 2007; the Sheriff's Office advises the public against making contact with him.If seen, please contact the Osceola County Sheriff's Office immediately at 407-348-2222.