Lee County, FL Crime News
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Half dozen teens on e-bikes raise safety concerns on Cape Coral roads and sidewalks
Teens were seen on e-bikes on roads and sidewalks in Cape Coral, prompting safety concerns from residents and business owners.
Video captures Cape Coral hit-and-run that left camper van undrivable
A hit-and-run in Cape Coral left a camper van and the curb severely damaged, with the owner capturing the crash on video. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Fort Myers Beach residents weigh in on possible parking fees for golf carts and bicycles
A project that will add parking for golf carts and bicycles has sparked mixed reactions from Fort Myers Beach residents and business owners.
Semi-truck hits guardrail, causes traffic delays on I-75 in Lee County
The Florida Highway Patrol said a semi-truck hit a guardrail on I-75 in Lee County on Monday. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Flames consume truck at gas station along State Road 31 in North Fort Myers
Video shows a truck engulfed in flames at a North Fort Myers gas station. Bayshore Fire officials said the fire is out and was likely caused by mechanical issues. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unles
Driver faces DUI charges after pickup truck plunges into Cape Coral canal
Police say a reckless driving call led them to a pickup submerged in a Cape Coral canal. The driver was arrested for DUI. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Fort Myers looks to raise utility rates 5% each year through 2031
The proposed increases would help cover rising operating costs, maintain utility reserves and fund a five-year, $371 million plan for water and sewer improvements.
Shirtless man accused of storming into Cape Coral home with family inside faces multiple charges
A shirtless man is accused of barging into a Cape Coral home, yelling at a family and swimming away before police caught him. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Motorcyclist accused of hitting 120 mph while driving on I-75 in Lee County
A Lee County motorcyclist is accused of hitting 120 mph on I-75 before troopers arrested him. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Landscaping trailer destroyed by fire in Lehigh Acres
A landscaping trailer in Lehigh Acres caught fire Saturday afternoon, leaving only an empty frame behind after a mechanical failure. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
North Fort Myers woman accused of violating probation after arrest for trying to hit ex with car
A North Fort Myers woman is accused of violating the terms of her probation after an arrest for trying to hit her ex with her car during an argument after a car crash, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. All individuals mentioned in arrest
Hawk reportedly shot off power line in Cape Coral under investigation, FWC says
Authorities are investigating the reported sh00ting of a hawk that was perched on a power line in Cape Coral. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Firefighters respond to partially submerged truck in canal in southwest Cape Coral
On Friday, firefighters with the Cape Coral Fire Department responded to a partially submerged truck. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Lehigh Acres man accused of cutting off ankle monitor, armed robbery after arrest for car burglaries
A Lehigh Acres man is wanted on armed robbery and kidnapping charges after deputies say he cut off his ankle monitor and kept committing crimes. All individuals mentioned in arrest or criminal allegations are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in
GCG Week 5: South Fort Myers tops Community School of Naples 29-14 on Salute to Service night
The Wolfpack struck first and relied on a tough defensive effort to leave Naples with a road victory Friday night.
Gulf Coast Theatre Review: 'Forever Everly' brings music and story back to life in Fort Myers
Did you want to see the Everly Brothers in concert but never got the chance? Or perhaps you would like to become better acquainted with their remarkable music.