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Teen Suspect Arrested & Accused Of Multiple Vehicle Burglaries – Step Father Arrested For Allegedly Fighting Deputies

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During the early morning hours of November 1, 2024, Polk County Sheriff's deputies assigned to the Northwest District in the north Lakeland area solved a series of car burglaries, recovered three stolen firearms, arrested the teenaged suspect, and then...
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Two Charged For Illegal Alcohol Sales at Winter Haven Lounge

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An investigation by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of a Winter Haven lounge has resulted in criminal charges against two employees for illegal alcohol sales. Undercover PCSO detectives visited Da Place Hookah Lounge at 3547 Recker Highway on October 29,...
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Man Charged With DUI After He Fled Police Crashing Into A Parked Vehicle & Traffic Lights

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The Lake Wales Police arrested Marquis Futch, DOB 12/3/1995, of Lake Wales and charged him with DUI Involving Property Damage, Fleeing To Elude Law Enforcement, Driving While License Suspended Or Revoked. The incident occurred on October 18 around 3:54am....
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PCSO Seeks Substitute School Crossing Guards Across Polk County

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The Polk County Sheriff's Office is seeking qualified men and women in Polk County who desire to work as substitute crossing guards this year.  Substitute school crossing guards are needed in the following areas: Lakeland, Bartow, Highland City, and Four Corners...
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Woman Allegedly Stabs Male with Fork and Then His Tire with a Knife After Man Receives Phone Call From Another Woman

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A 24-year-old Winter Haven woman was placed behind bars after allegedly stabbing a man with a fork, and then shortly after stabbing his car tire with a knife. The incident unfolded because allegedly the victim received a phone call...
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Purge Your Pills & Shred Your Stuff Event Hosted by Winter Haven Police Department

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The Winter Haven Police Department will be participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, this Saturday, October 26, 2024 from 10 am - 2 pm.  In addition, what will make this even better? The FREE shredding event...
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Winter Haven Police Asking For Public’s Help in Identifying Three Subjects Involved in Vehicle Burglary Attempt

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Can you help identify any of these subjects?On October 9, 2024 just after midnight, the three subjects entered the Winter Haven Parking Garage and started pulling on car door handles. They located a Jeep Wrangler and cut the soft...
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Polk County Sheriff’s Office Arrests 157 During Five-day Human Trafficking Enforcement Operation “Operation Autumn Sweep”

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Three additional suspects arrested for traveling to have sex with minorsFour human trafficking victims identified and offered services. During a five-day-long undercover human trafficking operation, which began on October 2, 2024, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice Unit arrested 157 suspects involved...
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City Of Winter Haven Has A New Police Chief

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The City of Winter Haven is proud to announce the appointment of Vance Monroe as the new Chief of Police. Known for his unwavering commitment to public safety and a career marked by excellence, Monroe brings a wealth of experience...
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Lakeland Man with Late-Stage Alzheimer’s Found Dead After Wandering Away After Hurricane Milton

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Lakeland man with late-stage Alzheimer’s found dead after wandering away after Hurricane Milton Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office located the body of a missing Lakeland man Friday morning, October 11, 2024, after he wandered away the night before. 83-year...
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57-Year-Old Lakeland Man Dies After SUV Crashes Near Lake Bonny

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A 57-year-old Lakeland man died Friday after his SUV left Longfellow Boulevard, struck a signpost and continued downhill to the shoreline of Lake Bonny,...
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