Sheriff Grady Judd

CRIME: BUSINESS BURGLARIES
CRIME SCENE: 2701 SWINDELL ROAD, #178 & #123, Lakeland
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE: #24-43971 & 24-43967

Two unidentified male suspects, wearing masks and gloves, entered Mi Pueblo Flea Market at approximately 12:15 AM on November 3, 2024. 

The suspects can be seen on video entering the flea market, with their faces obscured. One of the suspects jumps behind the counter of the business and rifles through the drawers, while the other appears to stand watch. One of the suspects can be seen handling the cash machine, and he turns the camera as he and his partner exit the business. To watch the video click here: https://youtu.be/pbUDX4SWOys 

They damaged one store’s money counting machine, valued at $200, and stole 6 pairs of blue pliers and one pair of red pliers, valued at $300. The suspects also stole over $4,000 from another store at the Mi Pueblo Flea Market on the same date at the same time. 

If you recognize either of these suspects or have any information about these crimes, please contact Detective Hipple at 863-604-7354 or AHipple@polksheriff.org.

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