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Alcohol theft at the south Lakeland Race Trac
Mar 18, 2026
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: RACETRAC STORE, S. FLORIDA AVE, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-11558
A retail theft occurred at the RaceTrac store at 6486 South Florida Avenue in Lakeland on March 18, 2026 at around 3:30 am.
The two suspects are accused of stealing a case of High Noon Vodka Tea.
The suspects were described as white males who were traveling in a gray sedan.
If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact Detective Judah at 863-499-2400 or email JJudah@polksheriff.org.
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• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
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