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Two juveniles were arrested for residential burglary.
Fred Lee D.O.B.: 8/14/1999 Charge: Burglary into an unoccupied dwelling
Anthony Pogue D.O.B.: 11/7/2001 Charge: Burglary into an unoccupied dwelling
According to Pinellas County Sheriff's Deputies, two teenagers believed to be involved in the burglary of a home at 65 Harbor Oaks Circle in Safety Harbor on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 have been arrested.
Deputies say a family member of one of the suspects recognized the clothing worn by one of the suspects from news coverage of the burglary. The teenage suspect was later turned into authorities by a family member for his involvement in the burglary.
Through various investigative techniques detectives identified the other two suspects in this case.
Detectives arrested Anthony Pogue and Fred Lee, they were both charged with burglary to an unoccupied residence.
They were both transported them to the Pinellas County Juvenile Assessment Center on Saturday, August 13, 2016.
The third suspect has been identified by detectives and charges are pending.
The Clearwater Police Department charged the same two suspects for similar crimes in its jurisdiction.
The investigation continues.
Fred Lee D.O.B. 8/14/1999 Anthony Pogue D.O.B. 11/7/2001
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Who: Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Investigative Operations Bureau -Burglary/Pawn Unit
Suspect #1: is described as a black male, 16-25 years of age with a short haircut to mini-afro. He was last seen wearing a red tee shirt with a white circle across the front with a tree-like image within the circle. He was wearing white “cut-off” jean shorts and black sneakers.
Suspect #2: is described as a black male, 16-25 years of age, and thin build. He was last seen wearing a white tee shirt and dark colored pants.
Suspect #3: is described as a black male, 16-25 years of age, thin build, and a short haircut to mini-afro. He was wearing a dark shirt with white or yellow horizontal stripes and gray sweat pants.
What: Detectives assigned to the Burglary/Pawn Unit are seeking the public’s assistance in locating three suspects who burglarized a home in Safety Harbor.
When: The burglary occurred on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at about 9:55 a.m.
Where: The burglary occurred at 65 Harbor Oaks Circle in Safety Harbor.
How/Why: According to detectives, the three suspects forced their way into the home through the rear sliding door. The master bedroom was ransacked.
According to detectives, items stolen include ladies jewelry and men’s watches valued at $2,200 dollars.
Detectives describe the suspects as three black males in their late teens or early 20’s.
The burglary was captured by the victim’s surveillance video.
According to detectives, shortly thereafter, Clearwater Police Department reported a nearby occupied residential burglary attempt in their jurisdiction that detectives believe are related. Three black males were seen fleeing from the residence in a stolen green, Toyota Rav 4, Florida tag L49OEG.
Detectives say the vehicle was stolen out of Clearwater last week.
Anyone with information on this theft is asked to contact Detective J. Schein of the North County Property Crimes Unit at (727) 582-6200 or to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-873-TIPS or www.crimestoppersofpinellas.org.
Surveillance video of the suspects can be viewed on our YouTube page: https://youtu.be/IigrU4vUOYg
Suspect Photos:
(This photo doesn’t represent actual stolen vehicle detectives believe this is a similar make and model.)
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