Suncoast: $3K in cigarettes stolen from Shell station

BPD

Date of release: July 20, 2022

Case #2022-005685  

The Bradenton Police Department is investigating the burglary of nearly $3,000 in cigarettes from a Shell gas station located in the 3600 block of Cortez Rd. W.

On Friday, July 15, at 3:56 AM, a rock was used to break the glass front door of the Shell station. Three men entered the store and filled a large garbage bag they brought with them with a total of 39 cartons of cigarettes, valued at $2,973. They were in the store for approximately one minute, and left in a 2021-22 Hyundai Elantra, which appeared to have black rims. The license plate was covered with a towel or shirt.

The suspects are Black, wore black hoodies, dark-colored pants, and gloves. One of the suspects had bright blue laces on his sneakers.

Note: The time stamp on the video obtained from the Shell station is confirmed to be one hour earlier than the time the crime occurred.

If you recognize these individuals, or have information on this case, contact Det. Sherry Nichols at 941-932-9316 or email her at [email protected]. You also may email any information on this or other cases to [email protected]. To remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, call Crime Stoppers (toll-free) at 1-866-634-8477 (TIPS) or send an anonymous E-Tip through manateecrimestoppers.com.