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Retail theft at Walgreens - Jan 24th

Jan 24, 2024
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO

CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: WALGREENS AT 410 OLD POLK CITY RD, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #24-3485

On January 24th at about 10:43 am, an unknown man (white male) entered the Walgreens store in Lakeland and began gathering A LOT of vitamins---and a 12-pack roll of Charmin.
He then left without paying for any of the items.

WATCH THE VIDEO HERE


Even if we were to recover the items, Walgreens probably won't be able to resell them...especially the toilet paper (if it was used).

If you recognize this vitamin thief, please contact Detective Wright at 863-577-1600 or SWright@polksheriff.org

If you wish to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime 
Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477)
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.

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