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Beer thief at Nick & Moe's
Feb 24, 2026
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: NICK & MOE'S OF KATHLEEN (LAKELAND)
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-8075
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a retail theft that occurred at the Nick and Moe's store located at 4410 Kathleen Road, Lakeland, just after 8 am on February 24, 2026.
The suspect stole a 12-Pack of Heineken beer, and possibly more.
The witness described the suspect as an Hispanic male who was wearing a white ball cap, blue jeans, white slides, red socks, and a black & red backpack. He fled the area on a dark colored bicycle.
If you have any information about this crime, please contact Detective Creekmore at (863) 577-1630 or email CWelsh@polksheriff.org.
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