LAKELAND, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary of a conveyance and attempted stolen vehicle that occurred early Sunday morning, June 1, 2025, on Gladys Avenue in Lakeland.
According to the PCSO, a woman residing on Gladys Avenue discovered her vehicle had been ransacked and damaged to the point of being inoperable. Approximately $150 in cash was also reported missing from inside the vehicle.
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Detectives are seeking information regarding a suspect captured on video surveillance. The individual is described as a black male wearing a grey hoodie, blue jeans, black shoes, a black backpack, and green gloves.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about this incident or who recognizes the suspect to contact Detective Kowalski at 863-978-9648 or email bkowalski@polksheriff.org.
For those who 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)
- 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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