Police: Winter Haven Teen Allegedly Robbed Seller From Facebook Marketplace

Waterbury police issue warning after recent robberies of people using Facebook Marketplace

If you are one of the many people who use Facebook Marketplace, Waterbury police have a warning for you. There’s been a series of robberies in the city during Facebook Marketplace meet-ups, with the latest happening just this past weekend. Police told us the most recent robbery was on Saturday, and a gun was involved. Tom Dooley has lived on Fiske Street for 65 years and said the recent thefts are concerning. “You expect it to be safe, and it’s …

Armed teen robs man during Facebook marketplace sale: Police

A Facebook marketplace sale went sour earlier this month when Winter Haven police say a teen armed with a gun robbed a man trying to sell a key fob programming device.

Winter Haven Teen Charged In Violent Facebook Marketplace Robbery

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. – Dwaine Anthony Sharpe, Jr., 17, Winter Haven, has been arrested and charged with Armed Robbery and Dealing in Stolen Property following a violent encounter stemming from a Facebook Marketplace transaction. The incident occurred on May 6, 2025, at approximately 7:25 p.m. in the vicinity of Gotthard Pass Drive in Wesley Chapel. […] Winter Haven Teen Charged In Violent Facebook Marketplace Robbery

Police: Winter Haven teen allegedly robbed seller from Facebook Marketplace

A 17-year-old allegedly grabbed the item being sold and ran away before paying, according to a news release.