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Sheriff Grady Judd
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Crime Stoppers
SOLVED!!! Theft of a travel trailer in Auburndale
Jun 9, 2025
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
***UPDATE***
This case has been solved.
54-year old Robert Laney of Polk City has been arrested for this crime, and he was charged with grand theft.
The trailer was returned to its owner.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a theft of a 2008 Rockwood Travel Trailer from a lot at the intersection of Berkley Road and Seville Road in Auburndale.
The theft occurred on either June 9th or June 10th.
If you have any information that could be helpful in this investigation, please contact Detective London at 863-297-1111 or email JLondon@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) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT http://heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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Good morrow, everyone...and happy Independence Day.
41-year old James Morrow, Jr. of Lakeland got his holiday started in the wrong way.
At about 12:41 am, on Saturday, July 4th, James committed a traffic violation which was witnessed by a PCSO deputy.
Not a big deal really,… x.com/i/web/status/1…
Wishing you all a very safe, ten finger Fourth of July! Celebrate responsibly ✋🏼🤚🏼🎆🎇🇺🇸
#PolkSheriff #July4th #independenceday2025
First off, let us just say, well-played @MyFDOT. A fantastic message seen over the Polk Parkway.
Happy Independence Day!
The Polk County Sheriff's Office hopes you, your family, and your friends have a fantastic 4th, and a great holiday weekend.
Enjoy it. But please, enjoy it… x.com/i/web/status/1…
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