LAKELAND, FL. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a retail theft that occurred around 4:30 a.m. on February 5th at the Kangaroo Express located on 2100 Memorial Blvd. W. in unincorporated Lakeland.
According to the store, a man entered the store and asked to buy alcohol. The suspect was told that wasn’t allowed until 7:00 a.m. per a Polk County ordinance.
Investigators say that’s when he grabbed two 24 oz. cans of peach Smirnoff and fled the store without paying.
If you recognize him, or you have information helpful to this investigation, please call Detective Marshall at 863-577-1625 (Case #22-5422).
If you wish to remain anonymous, or if you would like to receive a cash reward for information leading to the arrest of a suspect, you can contact Heartland Crime Stoppers: Call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477).
From your cell phone, dial **TIPS* Or visit the website and click on “Submit A Tip,” or download the free “P3tips” app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous when you send a tip through Crime Stoppers and you are eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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