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Car burglary and gun theft in south Lakeland
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Brian Bruchey, PIO
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Apr 17, 2026, 00:00 AM
CRIME: CAR BURGLARY AND THEFT OF A FIREARM
CRIME SCENE: MIKASUKI IN LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-16168
On April 17, 2026. at around 4:30 am, a suspect wearing a hoodie, dark pants, and white sneakers, was seen attempting to burglarize two vehicle in the Mikasuki neighborhood off of South Carter Road (near County Road 540A) in Lakeland.
Later, it was discovered that a car burglary had occurred in the same neighborhood. During that burglary, a firearm was stolen from the vehicle.
If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Calderin at 863-499-2400 or email KCalderin@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
CRIME SCENE: MIKASUKI IN LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-16168
On April 17, 2026. at around 4:30 am, a suspect wearing a hoodie, dark pants, and white sneakers, was seen attempting to burglarize two vehicle in the Mikasuki neighborhood off of South Carter Road (near County Road 540A) in Lakeland.
Later, it was discovered that a car burglary had occurred in the same neighborhood. During that burglary, a firearm was stolen from the vehicle.
If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Calderin at 863-499-2400 or email KCalderin@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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