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Vehicle theft northeast Lakeland area

Nov 7, 2023
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO

CRIME: MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
CRIME SCENE: 8425 EPICENTER BLVD., LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #23-45685

On November 7th at around 8:58pm, the blue-shirted suspect in this video entered upon the property at 8425 Epicenter Boulevard in Lakeland (between Old Polk City Road and N. SR33) and stole a dark gray Ford F250 truck. At the time of the theft, a sticker was on the rear window that said, "Incredible Haul." The tailgate had a similar magnet on it.

VIDEO OF THE SUSPECT CAN BE VIEWED HERE

If anyone has information regarding the suspect or the crime, they are urged to contact Detective Wright at 863-577-1600, or at SWright@polksheriff.org.

If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-888-400 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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