DAVENPORT, Fla. – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a criminal mischief incident that occurred on March 15th on Waverly Barn Road in Davenport.
A report released by the Sheriff’s Office details an incident that took place at approximately 4:30 in the morning. The unidentified male suspect allegedly intentionally smashed the rear window of a parked vehicle. He then reportedly attempted to break the window of a second vehicle, but was unsuccessful.
READ: Georgia Man Arrested For Threatening Director Of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, Family
Investigators have obtained video surveillance of the suspect and are hoping someone in the community will recognize him. Further investigation led detectives to the nearby Love’s Travel Stop, where video footage captured the same individual purchasing cigarillos just minutes after the alleged crime.
Authorities have released images and video stills of the suspect, described as a white male with a distinctive large cross tattoo on his inner left forearm.
READ: Auburndale Woman Arrested After Running Over Estranged Husband’s Companion: Polk County Sheriff
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone who may recognize the individual or have any information related to this investigation to contact Detective Swilley at 863-236-3900.
For those wishing to remain anonymous and potentially be eligible for a reward, Heartland Crime Stoppers offers several ways to provide tips:
- Call 1-888-400 TIPS (8477)
- Dial **TIPS from your cell phone
- Visit the Heartland Crime Stoppers website at http://heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on “Submit A Tip.”
- Download the free “P3tips” app on your smartphone or tablet.
Please make a small donation to the Tampa Free Press to help sustain independent journalism. Your contribution enables us to continue delivering high-quality, local, and national news coverage.
Connect with us: Follow the Tampa Free Press on Facebook and Twitter for breaking news and updates.
Sign up: Subscribe to our free newsletter for a curated selection of top stories delivered straight to your inbox.
