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Naked Man Arrested After Attempting to Break into Garage in Lake Wales

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Naked Man Arrested After Attempting to Break into Garage in Lake Wales

On June 25, 2017, LWPD reponded to a home on Lakeshore Blvd, with regards to a naked male attempting to get into the attached garage.

According to the affidavit: The suspect Matthew Gamwell was located on the east side of the home.  He attempted to conceal himself behind two garbage cans.    He was instructed to come out away from the cans and complied.

Mr. Gamwell stated he was out the night before and woke up here without his clothes. Post Miranda, Gamwell stated he had no idea how he got to this location.  He stated he opened the side door to the garage to look for clothes and only took a few steps in when the alarm sounded, he exited the garage.

The owner of the home says he awoke when the alarm sounded.  The owner went to the porch area to see what was going on, when he observed a naked male with genitals exposed standing to the east corner of the house.  Both homeowners report that the suspect went back in the garage after the alarm was triggered.

Gamwell was placed under arrest for occupied trespass and indecent exposure to public. Gamwell was provided some cover to act as clothing and was transported to the Police Department for booking.

Gamwell was later transported to Polk County Jail without further incident.

 

CRIME STOPPERS BULLETIN – Lakeland PD Need to Identify These Suspects of Grand Theft

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CRIME STOPPERS BULLETIN – Lakeland PD Need to Identify These Suspects of Grand Theft

CRIME STOPPERS BULLETIN
Bulletin Number: 17-72
LPD Event #17-11237
Date of Bulletin: 6/26/17
Type of Bulletin: Need to Identify
Incident Date: 6/4/2017

Lakeland Police need to identify these suspects of a grand theft that occurred within the city limits of Lakeland, Florida.

If you can identify these suspects please contact Detective Alex Urra at 863-834-8951 or via email at [email protected].

You CAN do something about Crime.

You CAN receive up to $3,000.00 CA$H for your information.

You WILL remain completely anonymous.

Do you have information regarding a crime? Report a crime by calling 1-800-226 TIPS(8477). You can even add the P3 tips app on your smart phone. You will always remain anonymous. If you believe you need to contact police directly remember that you must contact crime stoppers first to be eligible for a reward.

Scallopers get ready, more waters open for harvest starting July 1

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Scallopers get ready, more waters open for harvest starting July 1

Scallopers get ready, more waters open for harvest starting July 1

Celebrate the Fourth of July with bay scallops. State waters from the westernmost point of St. Vincent Island in Franklin County through the Pasco/Hernando county line will be open for scalloping starting July 1. A span of waters in the middle from the Fenholloway River in Taylor County to the Suwannee River in Dixie County opened earlier this month on June 16 and will close on Sept. 10. (See map.)

These new season dates are for 2017 only and are an opportunity to explore regionally-specific bay scallop seasons. Harvesting bay scallops is a fun outdoor activity that the whole family can participate in. It also brings an important economic boost to coastal areas in the open region.

The scallop season in St. Joseph Bay in Gulf County will be July 25 through Sept. 10 and includes all waters in St. Joseph Bay and those west of St. Vincent Island in Franklin County, through the Mexico Beach Canal in Bay County.

All state waters from the Pasco-Hernando county line to the Suwannee River Alligator Pass Daybeacon 4 in Levy County, and from north and west of Rock Island near the mouth of the Fenholloway River in Taylor County through the westernmost point of St. Vincent Island in Franklin County will be open July 1 through Sept. 24.

Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) staff worked with local community leaders on selecting these regional 2017 season dates.

At the December 2017 Commission meeting, staff will review public feedback on these changes and make a recommendation for future management. Staff will host public workshops to gather feedback after the season closes. To submit your feedback now on bay scallop regulations, visit MyFWC.com/SaltwaterComments.

Bag and vessel limits throughout the entire bay scallop harvest zone are 2 gallons whole bay scallops in shell or 1 pint of bay scallop meat per person, with a maximum of 10 gallons of whole bay scallops in shell or 1/2 gallon bay scallop meat per vessel.

Scallops may be collected by hand or with a landing or dip net.

Scallops must be landed within the area that is open to harvest.

There is no commercial harvest allowed for bay scallops in Florida.

Be safe when diving for scallops. Stay within 300 feet of a properly displayed divers-down flag or buoy when scalloping in open water and within 100 feet of a properly displayed divers-down flag or buoy if on a river, inlet or navigation channel. Boat operators traveling within 300 feet of a divers-down flag or buoy in open water or 100 feet of one on a river, inlet or navigational channel must slow to idle speed.

Done for the day? Help FWC’s scallop researchers by completing an online survey at svy.mk/bayscallops. Harvesters can indicate where they harvest scallops, how many they collect and how long it takes to harvest them. Participants can email [email protected] to ask questions or send additional information.

Learn more about long-term trends in the open and closed scalloping areas by visiting MyFWC.com/Research and clicking on “Saltwater,” “Molluscs,” “Bay Scallops” and “Bay Scallop Season and Abundance Survey.”

For more information on the season date changes for 2017, visit MyFWC.com/Commission and select “Commission Meetings,” then click on “2016” and “Agenda” under the November meeting.

For information on bay scallop regulations, visit MyFWC.com/Fishing and click on “Saltwater Fishing,” “Recreational Regulations” and “Bay Scallops.”

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Cooking On The Ridge: Grilled Steak Salad with Asian Dressing

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Cooking On The Ridge: Grilled Steak Salad with Asian Dressing

Cooking On The Ridge: Grilled Steak Salad with Asian Dressing

Ingredients

DIRECTIONS

  • Prep 30 m

  • Cook 15 m

  • Ready In 1 h 45 m

  1. Season both side of the rib eye steak with soy sauce and steak seasoning. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour to overnight.
  2. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  3. Grill steak on preheated grill until firm, reddish-pink, and juicy in the center, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 130 degrees F (54 degrees C). Transfer steak to a platter, sprinkle with lemon juice, and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Allow meat to rest for about 10 minutes, then cut into strips.
  4. Whisk rice vinegar, olive oil, sugar, sesame oil, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes together in a small bowl. Combine lettuce, cucumber, avocado, tomato, carrot, red onion, and steak strips in a large bowl. Pour rice vinegar dressing over salad and toss to coat. Sprinkle with sesame seeds to serve.

Vehicle Drives Under Semi On Hwy 27 In Lake Wales

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Vehicle Drives Under Semi On Hwy 27 In Lake Wales

LWPD PRESS RELEASE

FYI – LWPD is working a traffic crash with serious injuries on HWY 27. All three lanes of northbound 27 is closed between Central Ave and Washington Ave and traffic is being rerouted. 
One person involved in the crash had been airlifted from the scene and taken to a hospital for treatment.
The crash investigation is ongoing and the northbound traffic will be rerouted for a while. Details of the crash will be send out when they become available.

Missing & Endangered Elderly Man Jackie Hammack

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Missing & Endangered Elderly Man Jackie Hammack


Press Release 
The Haines City Police Department is seeking the public’s help to locate a missing and endangered elderly man.

73-year-old Jackie Hammack (white male) was last seen around 11:25 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2017, wearing grey sweatpants and an unknown color T-shirt, walking away from Haines Manor Assisted Living Facility, located at 301 10th Street South in the city of Haines City. He walks “bowlegged” and with a limp. He is 5’6″ tall, 135 lbs., and has blue eyes and a bald head. He suffers from mild confusion. 
If you see Mr. Hammack please contact Detective Colon at 863-242-2188, or the Haines City Police Department at 863-421-3636. 

One Suspect Captured & One At Large After Sudden Snatching Robbery In Lake Wales

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One Suspect Captured & One At Large After Sudden Snatching Robbery In Lake Wales


One Suspect Captured & One At Large After Sudden Snatching Robbery In Lake Wales

Lake Wales, Florida – The Lake Wales Police assisted the Polk County Sheriffs Office in apprehending a suspect near the Seminole Hotel. The incident took place somewhere near Masterpiece Road. The two suspect committed a snatching robbery then fled the scene. One suspect was apprehended, but one escaped in a vehicle. The incident began around 6:30pm. 

Currently no details have been released regarding the suspects or exactly what was stolen. No injuries were involved and at this time no information regarding any weapons used. 

We will update as more information becomes available. 

Cooking on the Ridge: Peach Brulee Burrata Bruschetta

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Cooking on the Ridge: Peach Brulee Burrata Bruschetta

Cooking on the Ridge: Peach Brulee Burrata Bruschetta

Ingredients

Directions

  • Prep 10 m

  • Cook 5 m

  • Ready In 15 m

  1. Stir together herbes de Provence and sea salt in a small bowl. Set aside.
  2. Top each slice toasted bread with a generous spread of Burrata cheese. Sprinkle cheese with a pinch of the herbes de Provence sea salt mixture. Set aside.
  3. Lay peach slices flat in a single layer on a flame-proof surface or plate. Lightly sprinkle each slice with turbinado sugar. Using a kitchen torch set to a medium-low flame, melt the sugar by making short, even passes over the top of the sugar. Continue melting the sugar until it bubbles and turns dark brown, about 30 seconds. Place peach slice on each piece of toast and serve.

Polk County Deputies Conducting Death Investigation In Frostproof

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Polk County Deputies Conducting Death Investigation In Frostproof

 

Update – Tuesday, June 27, 2017 – According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office on 6/27/2017 Dr. Vera Volnikh performed an autopsy on the body of a man found on the side of the road in West Frostproof. Other than the superficial laceration to the head previously observed, no other trauma was noted.

Dr. Volnikh ruled the cause of death as Chronic Alcoholism with a contributory cause of COPD and the manner of death as Natural. The identity of the man is not being released until family members can be contacted.

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Update- The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has advised that the body found on West Frostproof Rd. is that of a male. An autopsy is being performed. At this time no details have been released as to how the body was found. No information regarding if foul play or natural causes are involved. No information is available as to the identity of the victim. We will update as soon as more information is available.

Frostproof, Florida – According to Carrie Horstman, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer,  deputies are conducting a death investigation in Frostproof. The area they are investigating is on West Frostproof Rd. near Oakridge. The body was found on the side of the road. Deputies have the road blocked off according to witnesses. The investigation started around 10:30am.

This is a developing situation and we will bring you more information as it unfolds. It us unknown if the death is natural causes or if foul play was involved.

Lakeland CPA Recognized As One Of The Top Financial Planners In Nation

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Lakeland CPA Recognized As One Of The Top Financial Planners In Nation

 

Lakeland Chamber Of Commerce Blog by Cory Skeates

Matthew A. Treskovich, CPA/PFS, CFP®, CMA, MBA, with CPS Investment Advisors, has received the Personal Financial Planning (PFP) Standing Ovation from the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA). He is one of 16 CPAs to receive this award, which will be presented at the AICPA’s Advanced Personal Financial Planning Conference in Las Vegas.

“The AICPA is pleased to recognize each of these honorees for their contributions to personal financial planning,” said Andrea Millar, CPA/PFS, AICPA’s Director of Personal Financial Planning. “Each of these young PFS credential holders has gone beyond providing excellent client services to earn this honor. Their work underscores the contribution CPAs are able to make in the field of financial planning at an early age.” The Standing Ovation program recognizes young CPAs who exhibit outstanding professional achievement in specialization areas.

Treskovich joined CPS Investment Advisors in 2016 after spending 18 years in the insurance industry, and 12 as CFO of an insurance brokerage. Matt has a Bachelor’s degree in Physics from the University of Central Florida, and an MBA from the University of Phoenix. He is a Certified Public Accountant, Personal Financial Specialist, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a Certified Management Accountant.

“Matt is a valuable asset to our firm and to our clients. He is exemplary when it comes to financial planning and goes beyond all elements to help our team every day. He is well deserving of this distinguished honor,” said Peter Golotko, CPA/PFS, MBA, President of CPS Investment Advisors.

Complete Article Here: Lakeland CPA Recognized As One Of The Top Financial Planners In the Nation 

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