Unsolved Crimes
The following are unsolved crimes throughout Polk, Hardee and Highlands County. Should you have any information regarding these incidents, please contact Crime Stoppers via this website or by calling 1-800-226-TIPS. You are guaranteed anonymity.
Don't forget to look at our Wanted Suspects, too.
Theft, Publix on 540A, Lakeland
October 09, 2019
Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives need the public’s help in identifying the subjects involved in a petit theft case.
On 9/21/2019, an unknown black male suspect, wearing a white tank top, blue shorts, and black slide on shoes, entered the Publix located at 2125 Highway 540A in Lakeland, FL. The suspect took a green shopping basket and place several food items inside of the basket. The suspect eventually exited the store without purchasing any of the items. The suspect was observed getting in to a silver Toyota Corolla and fled eastbound on Highway 540 A. The suspect has not been identified at this time.
If anyone can identify this suspect or can provide any information to help solve this crime please contact Detective Bolin at 863-499-2400 or 863-298-6200.
To remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward, please contact Heartland Crime Stoppers:
Web: www.P3Tips.com or click on the "Submit-A-Tip" tab
App: Download the free "p3tips" app.
Call: 1-800-226-TIPS (8477)
Credit Card Fraud, Auburndale
October 07, 2019
One of our detectives would like to speak to the man you see in these pictures about one of her cases.
Here’s the scoop…
Mr. J purchased a $50 gift card at a Kissimmee Walmart on September 27th, and gave it to his friend Ms. L later that same day (we could all use a friend like Mr. J, right?).
Ms. L attempted to use the gift card later that same day at the Auburndale Walmart, but the card had no balance.
Management told Ms. L that the card was used at a Gibsonton Walmart less than three hours prior.
Walmart says that the man in the pictures is the man who used that card information (a faux card), so our detective would really like to speak with him. You know, sit down for crumpets and a spot of tea...share stories of days gone by...and perhaps find what's up with the fake card shenanigans.
Bank Robbery, Auburndale
October 04, 2019
Vehicle Burglary, Lake Wales
October 04, 2019
Surveillance video shows a a male, wearing glasses, with bushy hair, approaching a vehicle, which was locked, and pull on the door handle. The suspect leaves the locked vehicle and walks to the one beside it. This vehicle owner failed to lock their vehicle. The suspect opens the door and rummages through the vehicle looking for something to steal. Then it is on to the neighbor’s house looking for the next unlocked vehicle.
The Lake Wales Police Department is looking for your assistance. First, please participate in the “9 o’clock Routine” and make sure you lock your vehicle at night. Second, please let us know if you can identify this suspect. The suspect is
Anyone having information regarding this investigation is asked to call Crime Analyst Kim Fairbanks at (863) 678-4223 extension 238.
To remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward, please call Heartland Crime Stoppers at (800) 226-8477.
Theft of Trailer, Auburndale
October 01, 2019
Between 09/02/2019 and 09/03/2019, a burglary occurred at the City of Auburndale waste water treatment plant at 1300 Recker Highway. Stolen from the location was a white 16’ Lark box trailer that contained a Gravely 260 mower along with Stihl lawn equipment and hand tools.
If you have any information on this burglary or where the stolen property can be found, you can leave an anonymous tip with Heartland Crime Stoppers AND be eligible for a cssh reward!
Web: www.P3Tips.com or click on the "Submit A Tip" button
App: Download the free "p3tips" app
Call: 1-800-226-TIPS (8477)
Theft, Tobacco and Vape, 4672 Hwy 540A East, Lakeland
September 27, 2019
Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives need the public’s help in identifying a subject involved in a petit theft case.
On 9/23/2019, the suspect entered the Tobacco and Vape store located at 4672 Highway 540A East in Lakeland, FL. The suspect asked the store clerk questions regarding CBD product and when the clerk walked away to assist another customer, she placed the CBD gummied in her purse valued at $29.99. The suspect fled the scene in an unknown vehicle and direction. The suspect has not been identified at this time.
Theft of Cigarettes, Circle K, Lakeland
September 26, 2019
On Wednesday, September 18th at 11:00 am, a man entered the Circle K convenience store at 2425 Memorial Boulevard West in Lakeland and asked for two packs of Newport cigarettes.
The cashier placed the cigarettes on the counter and the man ran a debit card through the card reader, but it was declined.
The man simply picked up the cigarettes and walked out with them.
The cashier followed, and told the man the card was denied, but he ignored her. He got into a gold Chevy Envoy and drove away.
The man is described as being black with short black hair, about 5’8” to 6’0” tall, and 175-200lbs.
If you recognize the man, or know anything about this crime, please contact Detective Galstad at 863-577-1621, or to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
convenience store at 2425 Memorial Boulevard West in Lakeland and asked for two packs of Newport cigarettes.
The cashier placed the cigarettes on the counter and the man ran a debit card through the card reader, but it was declined.
The man simply picked up the cigarettes and walked out with them.
The cashier followed, and told the man the card was denied, but he ignored her. He got into a gold Chevy Envoy and drove away.
The man is described as being black with short black hair, about 5’8” to 6’0” tall, and 175-200lbs.
If you recognize the man, or know anything about this crime, please contact Detective Galstad at 863-577-1621, or to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
Attempted Murder, Winter Haven
September 19, 2019
Attempted murder & armed robbery in Winter HavenPolk County Sheriff's Office Robbery detectives are seeking the public's help in an attempted armed robbery and attempted murder that occurred approximately one block west of Lake Howard Drive, east of Lake Deer, in the unincorporated area of Winter Haven.
The incident occurred 10:15 p.m. on Wednesday, September 18, 2019. Three unknown black male suspects shot the victim in the victim's backyard. The victim is expected to recover from his injuries.
video link:
https://business.facebook.com/polkcountysheriff/videos/2415597305215118/
If anyone has information about this incident, they are urged to contact Detective Hewett 863-662-9635.
Or to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous and you may be eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
Theft, CVS, 6105 US Hwy 98 North, Lakeland, FL
September 19, 2019
Polk County Sheriff’s deputies are seeking the public’s help in a retail theft investigation.
At approximately 10:58AM, on Monday, September 9, 2019, a black male entered the CVS located at 6105 US Highway 98 North in Lakeland and removed several items without paying.
The black male is described as being 30 to 40 years of age, approximately 6’0” wearing a red and white ball cap, black shorts, and a black shirt. The suspect fled east on Daughtery Road West in a white Ford Fusion.
If you recognize this person or have information on the theft, please contact Heartland Crime Stoppers to leave an anonymous tip.
Web; www.P3Tips.com of just click on the "Submit -A-Tip"
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App: Dpwnload the free "p3tips" app.
Call: 1-800-2260TIPS (8477)
Credit Card Fraud, Polk County
September 18, 2019
Detectives with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office are investigating a fraud in which a Polk County resident had her checking account compromised.
The victim was notified by her bank that her account had insufficient funds to cover the check from her account.
The check which was cashed was determined to be fake, after it was cashed at a Walmart in Tallahassee on August 31st.
The attached photos are of the man who cashed the check. It is unknown if he is from Polk County, or elsewhere, but hopefully someone will recognize him.
If you recognize the man, or have any information that could help in this investigation, please contact Detective Preston at 863-499-2400, or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward leading to an arrest, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers 1-800-226-TIPS (8477) or www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
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