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HIGHLAND CITY: Check thefts and Credit Card Fraud.
Nov 20, 2020
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating thefts of checks and fraudulently obtained credit cards from mailboxes in the Highland City area which began late last year.
The investigation has been ongoing and there are now photos of the suspects due to recovered security camera video.
The suspects are believed to be using a silver Chevrolet Impala (1994-1996 model). There is a white skull sticker on the driver’s side rear window and a spoiler attached to the rear.
If you recognize any of these suspects, please contact Detective Turnage at 863-499-2400 (case #20-46603).
Or, if you would like to stay anonymous and be eligible for the reward:
* Call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477)
* From your cell phone, dial **TIPS
* Or visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
* Or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet.
You will always remain anonymous when you send a tip through Crime Stoppers and you are eligible for a cash reward if your information leads to an arrest.
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