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WANTED: Joel Orozco-Baquero
Dec 27, 2022
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information regarding the whereabouts of a violent suspect wanted for Armed Robbery with a Firearm and Armed Burglary that occurred over a year ago.
21-year old Joel Orozco-Baquero is accused of taking part in the burglary and robbery at the Vivid Smoke Shop at 9310 US 192 near Clermont on November 2, 2021. It is believed that Orozco-Baquero fled to Texas, but he may have returned to the Kissimmee area. His last known address is on Floral Drive in Kissimmee.
An accomplice of Orozco-Baquero, 22-year old Sierra Alford of Kissimmee, has already been arrested for her part in the crime.
Joel Orozco-Baquero should be considered armed and dangerous.
If anyone has any information regarding the whereabouts of Joel Orozco-Baquero, or has any other information regarding this crime, you are asked to contact Detective Escheu at 863-298-6927 or REscheu@polksheriff.org
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You will always remain anonymous no matter how you submit your tip.
Tips are forwarded to law enforcement for follow up. If an arrest is made based on your tip, you are eligible for a cash reward of up to $3000.00
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