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Burglary & Theft on Ellerbe Way in Lakeland
Mar 27, 2025
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: BURGLARY & THEFT
CRIME SCENE: ELLERBE WAY, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #25-12563
During the overnight hours of March 27th, an unknown man entered a screened-in porch of a residence on Ellerbe Way in Lakeland, and stole property from the resident.
The suspect is pictured in this photo.
If you have any information about this case, please contact Detective Creekmore at 863-499-2400 or email LCreekmore@polksheriff.org.
If you 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) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
• 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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