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Theft in Publix parking lot: Lakeland-Highlands and 540A
Apr 15, 2020
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a theft of a Rolex watch, which occurred on April 15th, south of Lakeland.
The victim advertised his intent to sell the watch on Facebook Market Place. The suspect expressed an interest in buying the watch, and the two arranged to meet at the Publix Shopping Plaza at CR 540A and Lakeland-Highlands Road.
The suspect asked if he could try on the watch. Once he got it on, he ran away.
The suspect is described as being in his early to mid-20’s, about 6-feet tall, and 150-160lbs.
If you recognize the suspect, or have any information that might be helpful to this investigation, please contact Detective Walsh at 863-499-2400 (reference case #20-16367), or to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
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