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Retail theft at north Lakeland Circle K

Apr 1, 2024
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator

CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: CIRCLE K STORE, 8324 US HWY 98 NORTH, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #24-12188

Around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, March 23, 2024, the three suspects seen here stole three 12-packs of Twisted Tea and a 24-pack of Busch beer from the Circle K store. The total value of the stolen items is $81.00. Two suspects committed the theft, while the third suspect stood outside and held the door as they ran out, towards Banana Road.

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The suspects are described as young white males between the ages of 17-20 years old: one wearing glasses; and the two others wearing black hoodies with blue jeans and boots; They all appeared to be approximately 5'8" tall and between 140-150 lbs.

If you have any information that could be helpful to this investigation, please contact Detective Peffer at (863) 577-1600  or at jpeffer@polksheriff.org. 

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• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477)
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