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Retail Theft at Poinciana 7-Eleven

Jul 30, 2024
Media Contact : Meghan Petty, PIO

CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: 7-ELEVEN ON MARIGOLD AVE, POINCIANA
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE: #24-30275

Two unknown juvenile females were caught on camera stealing from this 7-Eleven at about 2:20 a.m. on July 30, 2024.

A store clerk witnessed these suspects leaving the store without paying for the items in their shopping baskets, and attempted to stop them, but they fled and got into a dark-colored 4-door sedan. 

A detective from the Polk County Sheriff's Office is still working to identify the thieves, and she has obtained this security video that shows the suspects. Click here to watch the video. 

If you have any information regarding this investigation or you think you know who the suspect is, please contact Detective Lang at 863-236-3900 or ALang@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)
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
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