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POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – AUGUST 8, 2016

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POLK MUGSHOT OF THE DAY – AUGUST 8, 2016

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Aug 8, 2016By Polk Mugshot 0 Comments Posted in: PolkMugShot.com
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Statute: 901.31*** FAILURE TO APPEAR
Charge on Arrest Docket: FTA TO ARRG BATTERY
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Statute: 901.31** FAILURE TO APPEAR (2nd Degree Misdemeanor)
Charge on Arrest Docket: FTA TO PRET CRIMINAL MISCHIEF
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Statute: 901.31* FAILURE TO APPEAR (1st Degree Misdemeanor)
Charge on Arrest Docket: FTA TO ARRG BATTERY
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Statute: 777.04(1)* Attempted Murder 1st Degree
Charge on Arrest Docket: ATTEMPTED MURDER 2ND DEGREE W/WPNS
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Statute: 918.13** TAMPERING WITH PHYSICAL EVIDENCE
Charge on Arrest Docket: TAMPERING WITH PHYSICAL EVIDENCE
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Statute: 790.23(1)(A)….. Poss of Ammunition by Convicted Felon
Charge on Arrest Docket: POSS AMMUNITION BY CONVICTED FELON
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A Little Piece Of Heaven Comes To Lake Wales

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A Little Piece Of Heaven Comes To Lake Wales
Imagine if you will; you’re driving down a winding driveway, being guided by perfectly trimmed hedges on either side as you weave your way along the path anticipating what’s ahead…… when suddenly the road opens up and you find yourself looking at a little piece of heaven.
Where am I you say?;….You’ve just arrived at the Capernaum Lakeside Lodge in Lake Wales.
Capernaum Ministries is excited to be the new owners of the beautiful 12 bedroom, two-story lodge that was built in 1925 on the shores of Lake Pierce. As you walk thru the grand entrance, the foyer opens into the main living area with a pair of sofas in front of a fireplace. There’s a study off to one side and a set of wide stairs leading to the rooms on the second floor on the other. Multiple sets of French doors line the back of the Lodge with a picturesque view of Lake Pierce.
The building went through many transformations over the years. It was originally called the Lake Pierce Club when it was built but it wore several hats throughout the decades. Years later it became known as the Bonaire Lodge, a venue for weddings, dances and dinners.
At one point it even became a temporary facility for the Vanguard School until they built the campus were they are located today.
In the 1980s, the building was bought by a private party who spent approximately $1 million restoring it. After successfully running the lodge until 2004, the owners decided to move.
The lodge was sold to a man from South Vietnam who used the Lodge to house refugees from his home country while they worked in local businesses to earn a living. But that arrangement was short-lived and once again the lodge was abandoned. Eventually Center State Bank took possession of the property.
The building was once again empty and as happens with most uninhabited properties, it fell into disrepair.
Decades of memories lay captured in dust and disrepair as the elements of time and neglect took their toll.
Then a miracle happened that could have only been heaven sent
Capernaum Ministries Inc., owners of the Capernaum Inn Christian Retreat and RV Park decided to purchase the distressed property in late 2014 and put $350,000 into restoring the Lodge to it’s former glory.
The Capernaum Lakeside Lodge in Lake Wales formally opened it’s doors to the public on June 30, 2016.
“There’s a lot of history here” said Jim Way, president of Capernaum Ministries Inc., ” Many famous people have come here throughout the years including President Coolidge and even Marilyn Monroe”.
The goal of Capernaum Ministries is to serve the Christian Community by providing an upscale, elegant setting for Weddings, Banquets, Church Events, Family Reunions and Catered Dinners as well as other gatherings appropriate to a Christian-based facility where events are alcohol and tobacco free.
Senior Ambassador Rev J.J. Pierce, Sr., of the First Institutional Missionary Baptist Church will be the liaison for the Lodge and will be available to answer questions about the Lodge and about availability for events.
Beginning in early September they are planning to open the restaurant with Chef and Pastor Willie Kingcade of Mt. Zion Progressive Missionary Church at the helm. Pastor Kingcade is well known to the community for his leadership and his skilled culinary arts.
So bring your next event or wedding to Capernaum Lakeside Lodge. Accommodations for overnight guests include a Bridal Suite and Bridesmaids quarters in addition to rooms for your family and friends.
The Capernaum Lakeside Lodge is located at 3111 Masterpiece Road in Lake Wales.
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Contact Kathryn Rask for more information at (954) 240-6914  or Email: [email protected]

Join The Flotilla Coming August 27th on Lake Eloise In Winter Haven

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Join The Flotilla Coming August 27th on Lake Eloise In Winter Haven

There’s no better way to spend the day than at a good old fashioned boat tie-up on Lake Eloise in Winter Haven.

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Coming Saturday August 27th, you can enjoy a FREE concert under the Florida sun, in your boat, while floating comfortably in the middle of the lake!

The event is presented by Chain Life Winter Haven, LLC.

The Flotilla is rapidly becoming one of Chain Life’s signature events. Bring a raft and float safely in our float-zone located directly in front of the band barge.

The Flotilla is a FREE community event only accessible by boat. Please no drinking and driving, no diving, no littering and no trespassing on private property.

All boats must anchor properly.

Location is Lake Eloise. Saturday, August 27th from 11am – 4pm.

For more information call 863-677-5881 or email [email protected]

Now lets get this party floatin!!

The Polk Sheriffs Office believes four suspects who smashed the front door of the Sprint Store on July 27th in Winter Haven have struck again.

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The Polk Sheriffs Office believes four suspects who smashed the front door of the Sprint Store on July 27th in Winter Haven have struck again.
The Polk Sheriffs Office believes four suspects who smashed the front door of the Sprint Store on July 27th in Winter Haven have struck again.
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PCSO believes the same four suspects are also responsible for burglarizing the Posner Park Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership at 42650 US Hwy 27 in Davenport on August 1, 2016.
A video surveillance photo from the dealership taken on August 1, 2016 shows four suspects smashing the door to the dealership, and taking car keys, TVs, and tablets.
The suspects also stole four vehicles from the lot while making their getaway.  – The vehicles stolen were a 2014 Mercedes C250; A red 2008 Chrysler 300; A silver 2014 Chrysler 300; and a white 2011 Dodge Charger.
If anyone has information about this crime they are urged to contact Detective Joshua Williams at 863-236-3932.
Anyone with information on the identities of these suspects is asked to call Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS (8477).
Callers can remain anonymous and could be eligible for a CASH reward.

2 Killed In Horrific Crash On Memorial Blvd In Lakeland 

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2 Killed In Horrific Crash On Memorial Blvd In Lakeland 


Lakeland, Florida – According to the Lakeland Police Department 2 People were killed  in a two vehicle accident on Memorial Blvd. In Lakeland Sunday. The accident occurred at the intersection of Memorial Blvd. & N. Lincoln Ave. shortly after 12pm. 

Lakeland Police Department spokesman, Sgt. Gary Gross,  has identified the victims as 20 year old Alexas A. Moore of Bartow & 86 year old Blannie Denmark of Lakeland.  

The exact cause of the accident is unknown,  but heavy rainy conditions could have been a factor. Preliminary investigation revealed that it appears Moore lost control of her red Cavalier and after going through a concrete raised median her vehicle struck a white Jeep Cherokee.  According to published reports a witness said a grey car may have pulled out in front of Moore.

The white Jeep Cherokee was driven by Charles Harrelson 68,  of Lakeland. Denmark was a passenger in the white Jeep Cherokee.  Harrelsons wife Rita was in the front passenger seat of the Cherokee.  Both of the Harrelsons were transported for medical attention. 

A passenger in Moore’s vehicle Armani Evans was also transported for medical attention.  

This accident is still under investigation.  

One Person Critically Injured In Hwy 27 Wrong Way Driving

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One Person Critically Injured In Hwy 27 Wrong Way Driving

Lake Wales, Florida – Officers received a call of a reckless driver driving the wrong way on Hwy 

27. As officers and deputies were responding a Polk County Deputy 

located a crash involving a white Altima and a semi. The driver of the 

Altima, Randall Jackson of Lake Wales was driving south on Hwy 27, in the 

middle lane, of the north bound traffic. Just south of Mt. Lake Cut Off Rd 

the driver of the Altima collided with a semi who was traveling north in the 

middle lane. Upon seeing the vehicle traveling south in the same lane the 

driver of the semi, David Woodside, of Sebring tried to avoid the collision 

by moving over to the inside lane. However, the driver of the Altima 

collided with the trailer of the semi and later was ejected from the vehicle.

Jackson was flown by medical helicopter to Lakeland Regional for possible 

life threatening injuries and is listed in critical condition.

Accident Blocking All Lanes Of Lakeland Memorial Blvd.

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Lakeland, Florida – We have multiple reader reports of an accident blocking Memorial Blvd. & N. Lincoln Ave. in Lakeland.  We believe multiple trauma alerts at this time. The accident occurred around 12:30pm

Please avoid the area.  We will update this article as soon as more information is available.  

Lake Wales Man Killed When Truck Flips Into Water Filled Ditch

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Lake Wales, Florida – Around 7:00 p.m., 71-year-old Isidro Medina of Camp Mack Road in Lake Wales, had just finished fishing with his nephew, 12-year-old Alberto Reyes of Garner Avenue in Lake Wales, on the North end of the Resmondo Sod Farm (where Medina works and lives), and the pair left in Medina’s Dodge Ram pickup truck. Medina was driving outh on a dirt road when the truck apparently hit a mud puddle, forcing the truck off the dirt road, where it rolled upside down into the water-filled ditch. 12-year-old Alfredo was able to escape from the truck out of an open window, and attempted to get Medina out of the truck, to no avail.  The boy ran across the farm (approximately 2 miles) to get help. I do not have the names of the witnesses who went back to the scene with Alberto, but they helped extricate Medina, and called 9-1-1, and called Alberto’s mother. EMS arrived on-scene where they attempted to revive Medina. He was transported to Lake Wales Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. The investigation is ongoing but no charges are pending. It is likely Medina succumbed to drowning and not crash-related injuries.

 

2 People Killed  4 Others Hospitalized In Thornhill Rd. Accident 

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2 People Killed  4 Others Hospitalized In Thornhill Rd. Accident 

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Auburndale, Florida – Around 2:15 a.m. this morning (Sunday, August 7, 2016) a white 1999 Ford F-250 Extended Cab pickup truck with six adult occupants was traveling north on Thornhill Road when it entered into the curve just north of Sugar Creek Drive in Auburndale. After exiting the curved portion of the road, the driver lost control of the truck, overcorrected, and the truck overturned, striking a culvert and causing the truck to flip several times. Three passengers were ejected during the roll. The occupants and their injuries/fatalities are as follows:
Driver: 24-year-old Kenneth McIntosh,  Cypress Trails Drive, Polk City; in critical condition at LRHMC

Front middle passenger: 32-year-old Wesley Workman, Betty Ann Drive, Auburndale; ejected from the truck, deceased

Front right passenger: 30-year-old Bradley Jones,  Teri Street, Auburndale; in stable condition at LRHMC

Rear driver side passenger: 42-year-old Lewis Strickland, Ellie Road, Auburndale; ejected from the truck, deceased

Rear middle passenger: 28-year-old Roy Gainey, Winter Ridge Drive, Auburndale; in stable condition at LRHMC

Rear passenger side passenger: 29-year-old Robert Cushing, Valencia Street, Winter Haven; ejected from the truck, in stable condition at LRHMC

None of the occupants were wearing seatbelts. Speed and impairment may be factors. The investigation is ongoing. It does not appear that any other vehicles were involved. 

Lakeland City Employee & Contractor Help Elderly Man Who Fell Into Creek

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Lakeland City Employee & Contractor Help Elderly Man Who Fell Into Creek

Good Samaritan Report: City of Lakeland Employees Help Lakeland Resident from City of Lakeland on Vimeo.

When Lakeland resident Bob Broyles accidentally fell into a creek near his home, City of Lakeland Employee Ed White and Genaro Rivera*, a Contractor with the City of Lakeland, were at the right place at just the right time to help Mr. Broyles! Broyles said he was out feeding turtles when he fell in. Police & fire crews showed up, but Broyles refused care. The incident occurred last week.

*Unfortunately, Mr.Rivera was not available for the filming of this clip, but Mr. Broyles was extremely thankful nonetheless!

 

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