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Theft of kid's bike from a school
Mar 3, 2025
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
Media Contact : Carrie Horstman, Administrator
CRIME: BURGLARY AND THEFT AT A SCHOOL
CRIME SCENE: POINCIANA ELEMENTARY, 315 PALMETTO ST, POINCIANA
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE CASE #25-5732
A child's bike that was parked at the bike rack at Poinciana Elementary School behind a locked gate was stolen from the property by the suspect seen here in video surveillance.
The crime occurred at 1:37 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2025.
The suspect was wearing a light-colored shirt, denim shorts, and white sneakers. He arrived with another male who was on a bike, and together they rode the bikes away from the scene towards Osceola County.
The bike is a teal-blue Huffy with pink letters and the name "Faith" on it.
If you recognize this suspect or you have any information about the investigation, please contact Detective Stribling at 863-236-3976 or EStribling@polksheriff.org.
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• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
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