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CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: 7-ELEVEN: 2707 US 92 EAST, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE# 25-35674
On September 8, 2025, around 11:23 pm, the suspect seen here entered the 7-Eleven store at 2707 US 92 East in Lakeland and committed retail theft.
The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 20-30 years of age, wearing tan shorts, a red hoodie jacket, and a hat. He was last seen traveling on foot towards Combee Road.
If you have any information about this crime, or you recognize the suspect, please contact Detective Creekmore at 863-499-2400 or email LCreekmore@polksheriff.org.
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