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Unlocked cars in the Thornhill Road area of Winter Haven burglarized
Aug 24, 2023
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
CRIME: VEHICLE BURGLARIES
CRIME SCENE: THORNHILL ROAD AREA, WINTER HAVEN
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #23-34508, 34674, 34615
During the early morning hours (around 1:00 to 3:00 a.m.) on Wednesday, August 23, 2023, the suspect seen here went into several unlocked vehicles in the Thornhill Road area (Donald Lane, Garrett Ridge Court) and stole items from within.
Click here to see the video: https://youtu.be/3CQR9qx0Yew
The suspect was wearing a black mask, dark pants, a camo long-sleeved shirt or hoodie, and carrying a flashlight.
If you have any information that could be helpful to this investigation, please contact Detective Kennedy at (863) 297-1111 or at dkennedy@polksheriff.org.
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• CALL 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
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