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SOLVED! Kids breaking into Greenlefe clubhouse
Sep 1, 2024
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
***UPDATE Sept. 4, 2024 - THIS CASE IS SOLVED! The suspects are being charged with felony burglary causing damage over $1,000; and petit theft (of a laptop, some Gatorade, and a basketball).
CRIME: BURGLARY AT GREENLEFE
CRIME SCENE: 3271 CAMELOT DRIVE, HAINES CITY
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE: #24-34921
These kids behaving badly over the Labor Day weekend were caught on camera breaking into the closed Greenlefe Resort clubhouse, which is currently under renovation. The teens were also inside the closed lobby.
Click here to see the video.
The suspects broke windows and locked doors, and tore a hole in one wall, to gain access throughout the building. The break-in occurred just before 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 31, 2024. The video and photos clearly show the suspects before and after they attempted to hide their faces. They did thousands of dollars' worth of damage to the facility.
If you have any information regarding this investigation, please contact Detective Stroud at 863-944-2589 or DStroud@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)
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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