01-18-2013 INFORMATION SOUGHT IN GAS THEFT

INFORMATION SOUGHT IN GAS THEFT

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Polk County Sheriff's deputies are asking for the public’s help in a gas theft investigation.

Between 7:30 p.m. on January 16th and 7:30 a.m. on January 17th, 2013, an unknown suspect stole fuel from a semi tractor parked at the Mcgee Tire and Auto (Goodyear) in Dundee. The suspect opened the gas cap, damaged a syphon blocking device, and stole approximately 50 gallons of diesel fuel.

A newer model, white Freightliner semi tractor-trailer was observed at the crime scene during this time frame.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Michael Britt at 863-438-9540, or 863-298-6200.

Anyone with information who wants to REMAIN ANONYMOUS and be eligible for a CASH REWARD is asked to call HEARTLAND CRIME STOPPERS AT 1-800-226-TIPS or log onto www.P3tips.com to submit your tip via the web. For a secure and password protected mobile app for your smart device, go to the app store and download the free “P3tips” mobile app. No caller ID, no recorded lines, no tracking cookies, no saved IP addresses. Anonymity is Guaranteed!!

Media Contact:

Eleazer, Carrie

Date:

1/18/2013