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Crime Stoppers

South Lakeland: Car burglaries near School House Road.

Mar 13, 2022
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO

suspectsThe Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating car burglaries which occurred in the vicinity of School House Road in Lakeland in the overnight hours of March 13th/March 14th.

 It is believed that three suspects were involved. 

Detectives are hopeful that someone might recognize the suspect's clothing. 
If you have any information that may be helpful to this investigation, please contact Detective Marshall at 863-577-1625 (Case #22-11307, #22-10971).

Or to remain anonymous contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
* CALL 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
* DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
* VISIT the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
* DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.

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