Message From: Polk County Sheriff's Office

Title: Raccoon tests Positive for RABIES

News Story: Urgent message from the Polk County Sheriff’s Animal Control Section advising residents a raccoon was impounded on Friday, May 11th from the 1100 Block of Sand Mountain Road in Fort Meade. Be advised that today, May 16th the raccoon was confirmed Positive for RABIES from the State Laboratory. Please make sure your pets are currently vaccinated for rabies and report any suspicious acting animals to the Polk County Animal Control Section at 863-499-2600.

Message From: Polk County Sheriff's Office

Title: Recent Home & Vehicle Burglaries - Lock IT or Lose IT!

News Story: Important message from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office advising residents of recent reported residential burglaries and thefts in your neighborhood and surrounding areas of Voyles Loop in Polk City. Please remember to secure your residence, your vehicles and any valuables as a deterrent to crime. Should you observed any suspicious vehicles or persons in your neighborhood or have any information regarding these crimes, report this to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200. If you choose to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-8477.

Title: Recent Home & Vehicle Burglaries - Lock IT or Lose IT!

News Story: Important message from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office advising residents of recent reported residential burglaries and thefts in your neighborhood and surrounding areas of Voyles Loop in Polk City. Please remember to secure your residence, your vehicles and any valuables as a deterrent to crime. Should you observed any suspicious vehicles or persons in your neighborhood or have any information regarding these crimes, report this to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-298-6200. If you choose to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-8477.

Message From: Polk County Sheriff's Office

Title: Multiple vehicle burglaries - Lock it or Lose it! Seeking Information

News Story: Important message from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office seeking the public’s assistance with information relating to multiple burglaries that occurred in the Sun Air Golf Course area. Unknown suspects have removed personal items from vehicles to include debit cards, golf clubs, video games, medications, GPS Units and other personal items. Please remember to remove ALL valuables from your vehicles and make sure your vehicles are Locked. Should you observed any suspicious activity or persons in your neighborhood, please report this to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office at 863-401-2226 and a deputy will be dispatched. Should you have information on these crimes please contact Detective Abbatoy at 863-678-4115 or 863-287-7157. If you choose to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-8477 and you may be eligible for a cash reward.

Message From: Polk County Sheriff's Office

Title: Sex Predator relocates to Winter Haven area of Lake Ida Beach Resort

News Story: Sexual predator relocation notice from the Polk County’s Sheriff Office advising residents that a sexual predator has recently moved to your neighborhood. The residence is located at: 2524 N. US Hwy 17 - #8; Lake Ida Beach Resort, Winter Haven, FL. The Sheriff’s Office is mandated by law to notify the public when a registered sexual predator relocates. The predator’s name is: JOSE SANCHEZ MARTINEZ JR., a W/M approximately 49 years old; stands 5’6” and weighs about 172 lbs. For further information, you can visit the FDLE Website and search the sexual predator database or call the FDLE toll free number at 1-888-357-7332. Thank you.