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LAKELAND DOLLAR GENERAL: Burglary and Petit Theft
Jul 8, 2021
Media Contact : Alicia Manautou, PIO
Media Contact : Alicia Manautou, PIO
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is trying to identify this guy in reference to a burglary case.
The burglary occurred on July 8th at just after 7:30 p.m., at the Dollar General store at 4520 US Hwy 92 E in unincorporated Lakeland
The suspect pictured entered the store and walked to the rear of the store. A second suspect lingered at the front of the store and appeared to be acting as a lookout.
The suspect pictured enters the business office, clearly marked as “employees only,” and takes an employee’s purse from the office and ransacked the contents. A few minutes later, he puts the purse back.
If you recognize the man, or you have any information regarding the case, please contact Detective Kelley at 863-499-2400 (case #21-28320).
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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