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Davenport Target targeted for perfume theft
Oct 10, 2025
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
Media Contact : Brian Bruchey, PIO
CRIME: RETAIL THEFT
CRIME SCENE: TARGET, POSNER PARK, DAVENPORT
POLK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CASE 25-40941
On Friday, October 10 2025, at around 2:15 pm, a retail theft occurred at the Target store in Davenport's Posner Park.
The suspect stole eight Fine'ry perfumes. The estimated value of the theft was nearly $240.
The video of the theft shows the suspect very well... he appears to have a large tattoo on his right forearm. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE VIDEO
If you have any information about this crime, or you recognize the suspect, please contact Detective Melendez at 863.236.3900 or email HMelendez@polksheriff.org.
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