Teens Caught on Video After Kicking in Doors at Davenport Apartments

iSkyNews and Media March 24, 2026

Caught on Camera: Teens Kick in Doors, Flee Across Highway 27

By Ciara Perez, Senior Multimedia Correspondent
iSkyNews.com (ISN) – Published March 24th, 2026

Davenport, Florida – The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a series of criminal mischief incidents involving juveniles kicking in doors at apartment complexes and nearby properties throughout Davenport.

According to investigators, the incidents occurred at Harper Grove Apartments and Windsor Resort, both located off U.S. Highway 27 near Sand Mine Road.

The first reported case happened on March 14th around 10:00 p.m. in the 3400 block of Lilac Way. Deputies say residents were inside their home when they suddenly heard a loud bang at the front door. When they checked, they discovered the door had been cracked and damaged from the impact.

Just four days later, on March 18th around 6:00 p.m., witnesses reported a similar incident at Harper Grove Apartments. Authorities say a group of six teenage boys was seen running through the complex after kicking and damaging another door.

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Witnesses were able to capture video of the group, which shows the teens fleeing the area by jumping a fence and running across the roadway toward a McDonald’s along Highway 27.

Investigators say the suspects have caused hundreds of dollars in property damage across multiple locations.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is now asking for the public’s help in identifying those responsible.

Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has additional information is urged to contact Detective Melendez at (863) 236-3900 or via email at HMelendez@polksheriff.org.

Those who wish to remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward can contact Heartland Crime Stoppers.

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