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Credit Card Fraud for Pokemon
Jul 11, 2026
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: FRAUD
CRIME SCENE: FLO-GO SHOP, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-28905
On July 11, 2026, the male individual in these photos purchased $1,284 worth of Pokemon cards at the Flo-Go Shop at 2254 East Edgewood Drive in Lakeland.
He then purchased $1,698.50 worth of Pokemon cards at the Plant City Card Shop in Plant City.
Both of these purchases were made with stolen credit card information.
If you have any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Ryan at 863-292-3396 or email [WRyan@polksheriff.org](mailto:WRyan@polksheriff.org)
If you wish to remain anonymous AND be eligible for a reward, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT [http://heartlandcrimestoppers.com](http://heartlandcrimestoppers.com/) and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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