WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – The Winter Haven Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a man involved in a road rage incident where he allegedly pointed a firearm at another driver. The incident occurred on February 12, 2025, at approximately 11:56 AM at the intersection of Unity Way and Avenue M NW.
According to police, the suspect, apparently frustrated by the victim allowing pedestrians to cross the street, pulled up next to the victim’s vehicle and pointed a black and silver handgun at them.
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He then sped away from the scene.
Investigators obtained video footage showing the suspect leaving the Publix parking lot shortly before the incident. The man is described as having long brown hair and multiple tattoos on both arms. He was wearing what appears to be an Oktoberfest shirt and jeans. He was driving a 2024 Subaru Forester Wilderness.
Anyone who recognizes the suspect is urged to contact Winter Haven Detective Moore at 863-837-9754.
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Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Heartland Crime Stoppers and may be eligible for a cash reward if their information leads to an arrest. Crime Stoppers can be reached in the following ways:
Download: The free “P3tips” app on a smartphone or tablet.
Call: 1-888-400-TIPS (8477)
Dial: **TIPS from a cell phone
Visit: www.heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on “Submit A Tip”
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