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Attempted Murders: Persons being sought.
Nov 15, 2021
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
***UPDATE: NOVEMBER 15th, 3:00pm***
Brayan Zambrano and his female acquaintance have been located.
Thank you to everyone for your cooperation.
ORIGINAL POST FOLLOWS:
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance in locating two people in connection with two attempted murders (by stabbing), which occurred in the Champions Gate/Davenport area on Monday morning, November 15, 2021.
The two people are Brayan Zambrano, a 24-year old Hispanic male (about 5’-9” and 155lbs), and an unknown Hispanic female.
The two people may possibly be in the Orange or Osceola County area.
If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of these individuals, or additional information on the identity of the female, please contact Detective Godwin at 225-454-5769 (Case #21-47735).
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Heartland Crime Stoppers:
* Call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
* From your cell phone, dial **TIPS
* Or visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
* Or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous when you send a tip through Crime Stoppers and you are eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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