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Bank card fraud suspect being sought in east Polk
Jul 14, 2024
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: FRAUD/THEFT
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RIME SCENE: WALMART OF HAINES CITY
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE: #24-28233
The suspect in this case is believed to be the same suspect in another recently reported case.
In this case, the man pictured below unlawfully used another person's bank card information on multiple visits.
It appears that the same suspect also used the bank card illegally at an ATM in the Davenport/Champions Gate area, featured on a Crime Stoppers bulletin on August 9th.
If you recognize this man, please contact Detective Turnage at (863) 292-3398 or at MTurnage@polksheriff.org.
If you wish to remain anonymous AND be eligible for a reward, 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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25-year old Shawn Michael Giles of Auburndale had a felony warrant for domestic battery with prior convictions.
PCSO deputies went to a residence on Meridian Avenue in Lakeland on Tuesday, July 29th, at around 11:53 pm to find Shawn.
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Friday evening, July 25th, PCSO deputies went to a residence on Maple Drive in Poinciana, to look for a man with a warrant.
The man was 62-year old Francisco Rosado Laza, and he was wanted for two counts of Sex Offender Failing to Comply with Registration Requirements.
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10:10 a.m. update: The roadway is open at this time. Be safe, everyone. x.com/PolkCoSheriff/…
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