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Laptop theft in south Lakeland
Dec 16, 2025
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: GRAND THEFT
CRIME SCENE: MAYFAIR WAY & CREWS LAKE RD, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 25-51136
On the morning of December 16, 2025, a school student was waiting near Mayfair Way and Crews Lake Rd in Lakeland for the school bus. The student had set his school-issued laptop (in a case) on the ground, and was walking around while waiting.
A black sedan (possibly a Hyundai Elantra) stopped, and a man got out, grabbed the laptop case, then fled from the area.
The victim described the suspect as a white or Hispanic male, and about 18-25 years of age.
If you have any information about this crime, or the suspect, please contact Detective Creekmore at (863) 499-2400 or email LCreekmore@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 and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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On March 13th, a man reported to the Polk County Sheriff's Office that his motorcycle had been stolen from a friend's residence in Lake Wales.
The suspect in the burglary and theft was identified by a witness as 42-year old Nicholas Daniels of Lake Wales.
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