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E-Scooter stolen at Southeastern University
Apr 19, 2026
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: BURGLARY & THEFT
CRIME SCENE: SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY, LAKELAND
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 26-17021
On April 19, 2026. at around 10:00 pm, an unknown suspect entered a breezeway on the grounds of Southeastern University and stole an electric scooter.
The stolen scooter is a MegaWheels LEQISMART A6L ECO, Edition 1.0.11. It is black with red accents (a similar e-scooter can be seen in the photo).
If anyone has any information regarding this case, please contact Deputy Korel at 863-499-2400 or email KCalderinl@polksheriff.org.
If you wish to remain anonymous AND be eligible for a reward, contact Heartland Crime Stoppers in one of four ways:
• CALL 1-888-400 TIPS (8477) Heartland Crime Stoppers Florida
• DIAL **TIPS from your cell phone
• VISIT http://heartlandcrimestoppers.com and click on "Submit A Tip,"
• DOWNLOAD the free "P3tips" app on your smartphone or tablet
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Two men were arrested by Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as part of an investigation of a fatal hit and run crash that occurred in April.
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