Rollover crash shuts down lanes on US-41 in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A car flipped on its hood overnight following a crash at the intersection of US-41 and Winkler Avenue in Fort Myers, temporarily shutting down all lanes of US-41. The crash also knocked down a light pole, according to crews on the scene. Authorities are working...
Coyote steals golf ball off green at Sanibel Island Golf Club
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A coyote stole a golf ball off the green at Hole 9 of the Sanibel Island Golf Club on Saturday afternoon, leaving players amused and employees reflecting on the mischievous behavior of the course’s wildlife. A video captured the moment the coyote swiped the...
Florida dolphin rescued by locals keeps cruising Matlacha Pass, satellite tracking shows
That coordinated response brought together both public agencies and local residents.
Charlotte County Public Schools launches Boundaries Build Trust initiative
PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County Public Schools is launching the Boundaries Build Trust initiative to encourage students and staff to report inappropriate behavior.
Cops: Port Charlotte man fired shots in yard
PORT CHARLOTTE — A man who fired shots from a pistol and a rifle in his front yard spent the weekend in custody, according to court records released Sunday.
Florida Women Skip $130 Restaurant Bill, Then Run Into the Same Deputy Hours Later
Bodycam footage from a May 2022 Florida restaurant incident is going viral again more than four years later, drawing about 188,000 views within 10 hours of being uploaded by the Patrol Pro YouTube channel. The ... Read more
Lee County man skips court hearing after arrest on drug possession charges during traffic...
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A Lee County man has a bench warrant out for his arrest after he skipped a court hearing following an arrest in which he was accused of possession of a controlled substance. According to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, Nicholas Zebold, 39, was arrested after deputies...
Additional showers and stray thunderstorms expected Sunday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — More rain is in the forecast for the Gulf Coast Sunday. While the day will not be an absolute washout, expect increased coverage as the day progresses. Rain chances peak at 60% on Sunday, and for that reason, it would be a good idea to keep your raincoat and umbrella with you. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for periods of showers to stream through the region for most of the day.
Sarasota motorcyclist killed on I-75 after driver leaves scene
A 41-year-old Sarasota man died Saturday night after losing control of his motorcycle on Interstate 75 in Charlotte County and being struck by another vehicle whose driver did not stop, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred about 11:20 p.m. Oct. 10 in the northbound lanes near mile marker 163, south of U.S. 17. The man was riding a 2012 Harley-Davidson motorcycle in the inside lane when he lost control, according to an FHP news release. The motorcycle overturned, throwing h
Fort Myers woman accused of probation violation after arrest for stealing money bag at...
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Fort Myers woman is accused of violating the terms of her probation after an arrest for grand theft, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers says that Imari Colon, 34, was visiting a booth at a local flee market when she spotted a bank deposit bag on the counter. Crime Stoppers adds that Colon distracted the victim, grabbed the bag and left the area.
