CRIME: FUEL THEFT (PETIT THEFT)
CRIME SCENE: 8740 US 98 N., LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE: 25-26119

During the overnight hours of June 26, 2025, an unknown male suspect entered onto private property of a business and stole fuel from a work truck.

The suspect can be seen in this video.

if you have any information about this crime, please contact Detective Hipple at 863-577-1600 or AHipple@polksheriff.org. 

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• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
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