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High Clouds Smoke Shop - Retail theft
Jan 27, 2025
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: HIGH CLOUDS SMOKE SHOP (6830 S.FLORIDA AVE), LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE: #25-3601
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a retail theft that occurred at the High Clouds Smoke Shop at 6830 South Florida Avenue in Lakeland, on January 27th, at around 6:30 pm.
The suspect, pictured here, stole about $2,791 worth of merchandise, then fled from the scene on a black bicycle.
If you recognize the suspect, or you have any information about this crime, please contact Detective Jordan Phillips at 863-499-2400 or JPhillips@polksheriff.org.
If you wish to remain anonymous AND be eligible for a reward, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
• 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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