Know this Guy? Suspected Cigarette Spree-Thief Sought by Sheriff

POLK COUNTY, FL – A man suspected of stealing multiple cartons of Newport 100s cigarettes from different stores between Monday and Tuesday is wanted by local law enforcement in Lakeland and the Polk County area.

According to the Polk County Sheriff, the stores hit between Jan. 23 and Jan. 24 include:

• Family Dollar store at 2790 US Hwy 92 East in Winter Haven;
• Circle K at 3100 Galloway Road North in Lakeland;
• 7-Eleven at 6175 US Hwy 98 South in Lakeland;
• Walgreens at Charlotte Road and Havendale Avenue in Auburndale.

The suspect, described as black, 6 feet tall with dreads and wearing a black T-shirt and jeans, drives a black Nissan Sentra, Polk County deputies said.

"We know nobody likes a thief," the agency said. "If you know who this guy is, give us a call at 863-298-6200."

To remain anonymous or be eligible for a cash reward, call Heartland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS or log onto www.P3tips.com to submit your tip via the web. For a secure and password-protected mobile app for your smart device, go to the app store and download the free “P3tips” mobile app.

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-- Images courtesy of Polk County Sheriff