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Check fraud suspect needs identified

Oct 1, 2019
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is trying to identify the man in this photo who is believed to have falsely used someone else's checking account (for $4,204.11) at ABC Roofing in Lakeland at 5995 S. Florida Avenue on Tuesday, October 1st.

If you think you recognize the man or the truck, please contact Detective Preston at 863-499-2400, or to remain anonymous, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers - call 1-800-226 TIPS (8477), visit the website www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip," or download the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tabletCheck Fraud Suspect

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