UPDATE (FEB 18):
This suspect has been identified. 

CRIME: THEFT
CRIME SCENE: 1285 CHURCH AVENUE, MULBERRY
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-5374

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a wallet theft that occurred at around 3:45 am on February 7, 2026, at the Sunoco station in Mulberry. 

The victim's wallet fell to the ground in the parking lot, without the victim realizing it until later. 

A check of the store's security video showed that the man in this photo drove his SUV up next to the wallet, got out, picked up the wallet, and then drove off with it. 

If you recognize this suspect, please contact Detective Judah at 863-499-2400 or email JJudah@polksheriff.org.

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• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
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