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Burglary & Theft: Between Mulberry and Bradley Junction
Feb 12, 2021
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
A burglary and theft occurred in the Whitfield Street area between Mulberry and Bradley Junction, sometime between February 12th - 15th.
The burglar(s) entered the front porch and stole a propane Masterbuilt Grill/Smoker and then took a 1997 Yamaha Wave Runner jetski and trailer from the driveway.
The attached photos show a stock photo of a Masterbuilt, as well as the actual stolen jetski (FL Trailer Tag: LZJW44, VIN: 4WMA2AH11VA000535, jetski # FL7468KA).
If you have any information about this stolen property or the burglary/theft, please contact Detective Kelley at 863-499-2400.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Heartland Crime Stoppers:
* Call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
* From your cell phone, dial **TIPS
* Or visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
* Or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous when you send a tip through Crime Stoppers and you are eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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