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Vehicle Theft in Skyview/Combee area of Lakeland
Oct 18, 2022
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
***UPDATE: OCTOBER 31st***
The suspect in this photo has been identified and arrested, and yes, he is only 16. Also arrested were another 16 year old boy, a 14 year old boy, a 13 year old boy, and a complaint affidavit has been written up for the arrest of a 16 year old girl.
ORIGINAL POST FOLLOWS:
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a theft of a 2020 Chevy Sonic, which was stolen from the Skyview area of Lakeland on the morning of October 18th.
The vehicle has been recovered, but the investigation remains ongoing.
The detective investigating this case is trying to identify and locate the person in these photos, so she can ask him what he knows about the theft.
If you recognize this person, please contact Detective Haynes at 863-499-2400 or dhaynes@polksheriff.org (Case #22-43633).
To report a tip anonymously and be eligible for a reward, call Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)…
Or report your information via Heartland.CrimeStoppersWeb.com by clicking on "Submit A Tip" tab…
Or report it by way of your smart device through the free "P3tips" app on your smart phone.
You will always remain anonymous no matter how you submit your tip.
Tips are forwarded to law enforcement for follow up. If an arrest is made based on your tip, you are eligible for a cash reward of up to $3000.00.
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