Polk County Police Pulse

Polk County K9 gave a locked-in Frostproof suspect a very sudden change of heart during apprehension. This highlights K9 effectiveness in resolving resistance quickly.

Fatal Crashes and Charges

• 🔥 Auburndale Hit-and-Run: 25-year-old Dylan Perry Willey charged with leaving the scene of a fatal crash near...

Motorcycle stolen in Lakeland – share any tips with Crime Stoppers through the Polk County Sheriff's Office site.

Polk County deputies ran Operation Pop-Top on May 20, checking 10 convenience stores for underage alcohol sales compliance.

• A 15-year-old cadet...

Two recent fatal incidents underscore dangers on Polk County roads and the need for safe driving plus accountability.

• A 28-year-old woman died after...

Sheriff Grady Judd is putting parents on notice over the TikTok teen takeover trend, vowing to lock up or charge those who fail to keep their kids in check. "Hold your children accountable, so we don't have to," he warned.

A 16-year-old was arrested Thursday for a deadly April shooting at an illegal house party in a Davenport Vrbo rental that killed 18-year-old Daedean...

Lakeland police are honoring retired K9 Hyde with a heartfelt farewell, remembering the loyal partner of Sergeant Jeremy Williams who served the...

Recent Incidents & Arrests

• Lakeland Motorcycle Theft: Crime Stoppers reports a silver 2001 Honda CBR with rusted gas tank stolen between May...

• Incident Unfolds: Deputies answered a Trinity Circle NW home call after a security alert on Monday evening, recovering four stolen fishing poles.
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PCSO is actively seeking Aurthur Taylor through a public alert posted on their site. Details aim to support the ongoing search and encourage community assistance.

A silver 2001 Honda CBR was stolen in Lakeland between May 17-18. Key details include a rusted gas tank and tag secured with green zip ties.

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Commissioner Michael Scott highlighted visible progress at the Polk County Animal Shelter during Tuesday's meeting, noting new outdoor play areas with...

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is taking a hard line on chaotic teen takeovers, vowing to jail both disruptive minors and their parents.

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Active Investigations

• Retail Theft: The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a retail theft at the 7-11 at 3141 Ronald Reagan Pkwy in...

With hurricane season approaching, Polk County leaders are exploring long-term flood mitigation improvements around Lake Bonny. This proactive planning highlights efforts to strengthen local resilience before peak storm risks arrive.

Two people died and a third was seriously hurt when a sedan slammed into an SUV stopped at a red light on U.S. 27 in Davenport early Sunday.

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Two years after the fatal hit-and-run on County Road 640, Polk County deputies are still seeking the one detail that could identify the driver who...

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a retail theft at the 7-11 convenience store on Ronald Reagan Parkway in Davenport. This incident highlights ongoing efforts to address local retail crime in the area.

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is asking the public to help identify persons of interest seen in video committing criminal mischief in unincorporated Lakeland.