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Business Burglary between Lakeland & Auburndale on US 92
May 17, 2023
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: BURGLARY AND THEFT
CRIME SCENE: SUNCOAST ROOFING COMPANY AT 4401 US 92 EAST, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #23-21037
On May 17th at about 11:30pm, a Budget rental truck pulled up near the victim/business and three males wearing masks got out. The three approached the victim/business and burgled the property.
While on scene, the burglars stole numerous pieces of roofing materials.
The suspects then went back to the Budget rental truck and left the scene at around 1:51 am.
If you recognize these people or you have any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Sharpe at 863-499-2400 or at OSharpe@polksheriff.org.
If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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36-year-old James Saul Fullwood IV of Lakeland got #ArrestedByThePolkCountySheriffsOffice on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after a retail theft was reported at Jay's Liquor store at 2620 US 92 East in Lakeland.
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