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Sep 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET
Stolen Gun Found in Bedroom Leads to Arrests
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Deputies say a Lakeland-area resident reported a vehicle burglary and a gun stolen from inside near Kathleen Road and Raulerson Road. After witness tips and interviews, investigators identified four Lakeland teens and searched one suspect’s bedroom, where the firearm was found; texts were also deleted to conceal information.
WHO: Four Lakeland teens: 15-year-old Fenton Schofield, 15-year-old Dakarai Fennell, 16-year-old Viktor Mullen, and 15-year-old Michael Buey; Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies and a detective.
WHAT: A vehicle burglary and firearm theft led to arrests after investigators found the stolen gun in a suspect’s bedroom and determined related text messages were deleted.
WHEN: Sep 10, 2026
WHERE: Lakeland, Florida (Kathleen area near Kathleen Road and Raulerson Road)
WHY: No specific cause was reported beyond the event itself.
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