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Florida Sheriffs Association Announces 287(g) Compliance in All County Jails

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Winter Haven, Fla. (February 24, 2025) – The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) is pleased to announce that every county jail throughout the state has signed a written agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to ensure compliance with 287(g)...
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Multiple Arrests In Polk County Massage Parlor Vice Unit Operation

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On January 31st of 2025 the Polk County Sheriff's Office Vice Unit began conducting undercover operations at Queen Spa & Massage (WH), Enjoy Spa (WH), Helping Hands Massage (HC) and the 192 Health Spa (Clermont - That is the...
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Florida Sheriffs Association Announces 287(g) Compliance Updates as Law Enforcement Leaders Continue to Address Illegal Immigration

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Winter Haven, FL – Florida’s sheriffs announce updates regarding 287(g) compliance in every county jail throughout the state. Please join us to learn about the progress and the role sheriffs have in addressing illegal immigration. WHO: Florida Sheriffs Association President and Charlotte...
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Winter Haven Man Taken to Jail on Charges of Robbery and Extortion by Threats

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35-year old Dewayne Brandon of Winter Haven got arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. On Tuesday, February 11th, at around 6:20pm, Dewayne entered a smoke shop on Recker Highway in Winter Haven and asked the sales clerk if he...
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Hosting FREE Women’s Basic Self Defense and Personal Safety Class

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The next Polk County Sheriff's Office Women’s Basic Self Defense* and Personal Safety* class is scheduled for Saturday, March 1st from 10am - Noon. Join our Crime Prevention Unit for a couple of hours to learn some basic moves and...
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Repeat Offender Shoplifter Indirectly Played Role in Nabbing Domestic Violence Suspect Who Had Just Fled from Residence

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On Feb. 19, 2025 at approximately 11:43 a.m., officers arrived to a domestic violence call at a residence on Ave. F SE in Winter Haven. Just prior to officers' arrival, 35 year-old Kelly Curtis Crowley (DOB 7-26-89) had fled the...
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Winter Haven Man Arrested After Caught Burglarizing Vehicle and Then Allegedly Threatening to Murder Deputy

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34-year old Juan Martinez of Winter Haven got arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday, February 16th. At about 9:30pm, PCSO deputies were dispatched to an in-progress burglary occurring in the area of Thornhill Road and Temple Street,...
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PCSO Investigating Fatal Hit & Run Crash in Winter Haven

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A 63-year old man died Monday morning, February 17, 2025, after being struck by a vehicle at 3305 Spirit Lake Road, just north of Thornhill Road, near Winter Haven. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Polk County Fire Rescue were dispatched to...
Lake Wales

Lakeland Suspect Vehicle Crashes In Lake Wales

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The Lake Wales Police & Polk County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the search for a suspect vehicle from Lakeland. The vehicle was followed or pursued by multiple law enforcement units from the multiple jurisdictions. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office...
Auburndale

Woman Brutally Attacked and Murdered in Auburndale

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Arrest Update:Andrew Alan Ridgeway remains in custody in Georgia awaiting extradition. If you have any details that may be pertinent to this case, please contact Detective DiGennaro at 863-528-7946 or by email at [email protected]. All tips will remain confidential. ————— Original post:...
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Only Looking for Cigarettes”: Winter Haven Woman Arrested After Trying Car Doors, Police Say

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On August 23, 2026 at approximately 11:22 a.m., Winter Haven officers responded to a residence on Giorgio Dr. in Winter Haven regarding a suspicious person...
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