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12 vehicle crash shuts down all lanes of I-75 near MM 116
A 12-vehicle crash temporarily closed all lanes of Interstate 75 near mile marker 116. Traffic is currently fully open as crews continue to work the scene on the southbound shoulder Thursday at 5 p.m. Bonita Springs firefighters are working the scene along with Florida Highway Patrol. Tow trucks helped get...
Exclusive video shows why family of 13-year-old hit and killed in Cape Coral is filing civil rights complaint
In a newly released exclusive video sent to WINK news, you can see the moments before a 13-year-old was fatally struck while riding his electric scooter in Cape Coral. The family of Justin Argenti, who was hit while riding his electric scooter on Sept. 9, 2023, at the intersection of West Rotunda Parkway and Academy Boulevard, has now filed a civil rights complaint with the Department of Justice.
1 person dead in motorcycle crash at Fowler St and Winkler Ave in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla. — One person was killed in a crash between a motorcycle and an SUV in Fort Myers Thursday afternoon. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, the crash happened at the intersection of Winkler Avenue and Fowler Street. FMPD said there will be road closures and...
3 teens accused of car theft, burglary arrested in Cape Coral
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Three juveniles have been arrested after an alleged string of car thefts in Cape Coral. Cape Coral police responded to the 700 block of NW 18th Place at approximately 7:30 a.m. on May 7 for reports of a car theft. The victim had Ring camera...
Family of victim sues Lee County School District, claiming it failed to protect student
The family of a student who was sexually abused and sent graphic images by a former teacher sued the District in a civil lawsuit for “an excess of $50,000 in damages.” The lawsuit claims the student incurred medical and psychological injuries from her experience at Diplomat Middle School in Cape Coral.
Cape Coral man charged with felony after allegedly backing into Publix employee
A man on a grocery store run turned into a hit-and-run after he allegedly backed into a Publix employee, according to the arrest report. “I took a screenshot of his license plate,” said witness Juliane Grano to WINK News reporter Camila Pereira over the phone. “Called the police, reported it to the police and then went to see whether or not the young man was alright. It’s the nurse in me; I can’t help but do that.”
2 K-9s help arrest Fort Myers man in drug bust
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Two K-9s helped arrest a Fort Myers man after they found drugs during a traffic stop. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, K-9 Officers Hink and Bane arrived at the scene and conducted a free-air sniff of the car. Sheneyder Cadet, 25, was charged...
LCSO investigating possible connection between shooting and fire in North Fort Myers
Deputies are investigating the alleged shooting of a family’s camper home, which was then burned down by a fire in North Fort Myers. The fire was reported to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the North Fort Myers Fire District at around 6:12 a.m. on Thursday. A large...
Lehigh Acres gunman who tried to break into home still on the run
An unidentified gunman remains on the run following a shooting Wednesday at the Jim Fleming Ecological Park in Lehigh Acres. Deputies from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and collected bags of evidence; however, a suspect has not been named, nor has there been an update as to whether the alleged gunman is in custody.
'Overkill': Family of man killed by Cape Coral police reacts after officers cleared
The family of a 73-year-old Cape Coral man fatally shot by police last summer remember him as extremely kind-hearted and extremely giving, even as police conclude lethal shots fired in his living room were justified. "He was shot at 13 times even though he was sitting in his chair," daughter Sharon Halle said....
Fort Myers felon violates probation after facing animal abuse charges
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Fort Myers felon is wanted for violating his terms of probation after beating his dog. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers states James Lyster, 53, attacked his dog because it was barking at a neighbor's. Deputies were called to Lyster's house last summer when people heard...
Fort Myers police detective cleared in shooting death of city resident Christopher Jordan
A Fort Myers Police Department detective has been cleared after a State Attorney's Office probe concluded his shooting and killing of a Fort Myers man was "justified." State Attorney Amira Fox on Thursday afternoon said the detective James Moschella fired in self-defense after police responded when Christopher Jordan's sister, Cynthia Jordan, claimed her...
Sanibel man accused of assault with a deadly weapon and firing a gun while drunk
SANIBEL, Fla. — Herb Lord and his wife have been living on Sanibel Island for more than a decade, enjoying what they call tranquility and community spirit. "We like the area because of the water and it being a sanctuary and a great place to live with great neighbors, and not having to worry about crime," Lord said.
FMPD honors 7 officers and 2 K-9s who died in the line of duty dating back to 1930
Nine lives were given, and all nine will remain remembered. A lifetime of gratitude for the fallen officers. On Friday in Fort Myers, the city gathered to pay their respects to seven police officers and two police K-9s who died in the line of duty. Seven fallen but not forgotten...
Deputies searching for North Fort Myers man who conned Hurricane Ian victim
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies are searching for a North Fort Myers man after he violated his probation for multiple charges. According to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, a new arrest warrant was issued for James Learn, 34, after he violated his probation following an arrest for grand theft and contract fraud during a state of emergency.
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