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PCSO: Mulberry Man Accused of Arson, Attempted Murder After Armed Domestic Dispute

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A Mulberry man is facing a lengthy list of felony charges after Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies say a domestic dispute escalated into a violent confrontation involving a firearm and a structure fire at a residence on Misty Lake...
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Infant Found Unresponsive in Vehicle, Rushed to Hospital in Winter Haven

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WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — An infant was transported to the hospital Tuesday afternoon after being left inside a vehicle, according to the Winter Haven Police Department. Public Information Officer Jamie Brown said the incident occurred at approximately 3:50 p.m. on...
Lake Wales Police Department

Man Wanted on Multiple Warrants Arrested After Briefly Fleeing Police

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A man with multiple outstanding warrants was taken into custody Monday evening following a brief chase near Granado’s Produce in Lake Wales. According to information provided to Lake Wales Daily by Lieutenant Emmanuel Figueroa of the Lake Wales Police Department,...
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Deputy Injured When Suspect Backs Into Patrol Car During Attempted Getaway

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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Press Release On March 30, 2026, Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested 24‑year‑old Jesus Bosch of Lakeland following a grand theft investigation that escalated into a vehicle pursuit and multiple felony charges. Deputies responded after a...
Polk County Sheriff's Office

Authorities Investigating Violent Overnight Death of Bartow Man

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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Bartow Police Department are investigating a violent death that occurred late last night (March 26, 2026) in Bartow. The victim has been identified as 56-year-old Jeffrey Lee Blevins. According to investigators, the incident happened shortly...
Polk County Sheriff's Office

Two Teens Arrested After $750 Bike Stolen from Porch

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On March 21, 2026, shortly after midnight, an electric bicycle was stolen from the porch of a residence in the Combee area of Lakeland. The bike was stolen by two suspects, and one of the suspects wore a mask. The bike...
Polk County Sheriff's Office

Additional Child Pornography Charges Added to Polk County Jail Inmate from Mulberry

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After a forensic analysis of 47-year-old Steven Gugel's cell phone, Polk County Sheriff's Cyber Crime detectives have filed 16 new felonies against Gugel while he remains in the Polk County Jail from his original arrest (see below). Detectives located eight...
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Polk County Woman Accused of Escalating Animal Citation Into Multiple Felony Charges

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A Polk County woman is facing multiple felony charges after what deputies say began as a simple animal control issue quickly escalated into a serious incident. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the home of 50-year-old...
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Surveillance Alert Leads to Arrest of Three Juveniles in Attempted Vehicle Burglaries

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The following is a press release by WHPD: “Three juveniles have been arrested for attempted vehicle burglary after a surveillance camera system alerted a resident to someone in the driveway. On March 15, 2026 at approximately 1:37 a.m., a 9-1-1 call...
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Homeless Man Arrested After Attempted Vehicle Burglary and Alleged Assault on Teen at Winter Haven Zaxby’s

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The following is a press release by WHPD: “A vehicle burglary at Zaxby's lands a homeless man in jail facing multiple charges. On March 14, 2026 at approximately 9p.m., officers responded to Zaxby's, located at 797 3rd St SW in Winter...
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Live Music This Weekend in Winter Haven: Where to Catch Local Artists

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Live music fans will have plenty of opportunities to enjoy local performers this weekend in Winter Haven, with solo artists, bands, karaoke and a...
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