Suspects sought after 2 swans, their 4 eggs stolen from Lakeland community: deputies
Surveillance video captured most of the ordeal, with the suspects pulling up to the Highland Village Mobile Home Park in Lakeland around 9:04 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 12.
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Two men were then seen walking around the area with what appeared to be nets.
According to the Polk County Sheriff's Office, the two men captured two black swans and stole four of their eggs. They then left the area around 9:43 p.m.
The two men are now being sought for grand theft.
Anyone who has any information is asked to contact the Polk County Sheriff's Office Agriculture Crimes Unit at 863-534-7205.
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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