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Mulch theft in unincorporated Lakeland
Apr 18, 2021
Media Contact : Alicia Manautou, PIO
Media Contact : Alicia Manautou, PIO
Detectives from the Polk County Sheriff's Office are trying to identify the two suspects in this video, a man and a woman, in reference to a theft that occurred on March 18th around 6:00 p.m. at the Circle K (3100 Galloway Rd) in unincorporated Lakeland.
The two parked their vehicle near a mulch display at the store, and before they left, they snagged several bags of mulch for themselves and didn't even pay for them.
If you recognize either of these two suspects, the vehicle, or have any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Creekmore at 863-577-1600 (reference case #21-11915).
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* Call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
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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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