PHOTO:  A large quantity of heroin was located inside of a sprinkler head.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department

PHOTO:  A photo showing the positive results of a presumptive field test of suspected heroin.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Aerial view of 3802 SW 3rd St., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Apple)

ARRESTED:  Marlen Barrios, W/F, DOB: 10-16-1988, of 3802 SW 3rd Street, Cape Coral, FL.
CHARGES:  Trafficking in Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Child Neglect.

ARRESTED:  Lorenzo Marquez, W/M, DOB: 03-16-1966, of 3802 SW 3rd Street, Cape Coral, FL.
CHARGES:  Trafficking in Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Child Neglect.

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Take Down Heroin Trafficking Operation...Again

(May 29, 2014)-  Cape Coral Vice, Intelligence, and Narcotics (VIN) Detectives, with the assistance of the Street Crimes Unit (SCU), and SWAT Team, took down a heroin trafficking operation for the second time in as many months.

Yesterday at around 4:30 PM, Cape Coral Police Department VIN, SCU, and SWAT served a search warrant at 3802 SW 3rd Street.  Probable cause was developed as a result of an extended investigation that the occupants, Lorenzo Marquez and Marlen Barrios were trafficking in heroin at this location.

The search of the residence revealed 46.9 grams of heroin, and packaging equipment including numerous small plastic baggies, and electronic scales.

The couple's infant child was present at the home at the time of the warrant service.

Marquez and Barrios were arrested and taken to Lee County Jail.  All evidence was submitted at the Cape Coral Police Department evidence room.  DCF was notified regarding the infant child.

This house was just raided last month by the Cape Coral Police Department VIN Unit and SWAT Team for narcotics activity.  During that raid, 22.8 grams of Heroin, 118.5 grams of Morphine (779 pills), almost $6,600 in US currency was seized, and Marquez was arrested for Heroin Trafficking, Trafficking in other Opiates, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

ARRESTED:  Lorenzo Marquez, W/M, DOB: 03-16-1966, of 3802 SW 3rd Street, Cape Coral, FL.
CHARGES:  Trafficking in Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Child Neglect.

ARRESTED:  Marlen Barrios, W/F, DOB: 10-16-1988, of 3802 SW 3rd Street, Cape Coral, FL.
CHARGES:  Trafficking in Heroin, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Child Neglect.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Additional Charges for Weekend Shooter

(May 29, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police Detectives have additionally charged Christopher Manley with Attempted Murder.  

Manley, the suspect who was apprehended following a fatal shooting at a party over the weekend, is still in custody at the Lee County Jail,  following his arrest on Saturday for the shooting death of Matthew Pech, of St. James City.

Yesterday, Cape Coral Police Detectives completed an interview with Arik Sparks, 20 year-old, W/M, of Fort Myers.  Sparks was one of the other two victims shot by Manley who sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Based on the physical evidence and the testimonial evidence obtained from Sparks, Detectives additionally charged Manley with the Attempted Murder of Arik Sparks.

Original release after the break.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

UPDATE:  Cape Coral Police Identify Deceased, Make Arrest in Overnight Shooting

(May 24, 2014)- The deceased victim in this case has been identified as Mathew Pech, W/M, DOB: 02/19/1987, of St. James City, Florida.

The Cape Coral Police Department developed information in this case which indicated that Christopher Curtis Manley, B/M, DOB: 1/15/1994, was involved.  A search warrant was obtained for his residence located at 1102 SW 16th Terrace, Cape Coral, Florida, and was executed this afternoon.

Based on the evidence recovered, as well as other witness statements, Manley was charged with 2nd Degree Murder. He is  being processed at the Cape Coral Police Department and then will be transported to the Lee County Jail.

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PHOTO:  Composite sketch of armed robbery suspect.  Suspect is described as a light-skinned black male with a distinctive mole on his cheek, between 20-35 years of age, 5'10" tall, short, shaved haircut, wearing dark pants and a black hooded sweatshirt.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Need Your Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects

(May 30, 2014)-  The Cape Coral Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in identifying a pair of armed robbery suspects.

Yesterday evening at around 8:20 PM, Cape Coral Police responded to the Michaels located at 527 SW Pine Island Rd.  

A Michael’s employee stated she was gathering shopping carts in the parking lot when a black or dark blue 4-door sedan pulled up near her and stopped.  A black male between 20-35 years of age exited the passenger side of the vehicle and approached the victim. 

The black male told the victim that she had to take him inside and give her all the money they had in the store.  The black male raised a black, short barreled, semi-automatic handgun and pointed it at the victim, placing her in fear for her life.  The victim hit her radio communications button and advised the other sales associates to contact police immediately.  The black male then ran to the vehicle, entered the passenger side, and the vehicle drove away.  

The victim stated that the black male was light-skinned and had a distinctive mole on his cheek.  She advised he was approximately 5'10" tall, wearing dark pants and a black hooded sweatshirt.  She added that the male had a short, shaved haircut.  The victim did not get a look at the driver and nothing was taken.  Detective Grau and Forensic Tech Buckner responded.

If you have any information on the identity of the suspects, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223.  You can also submit an anonymous tip.  Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text Cape Coral Police Department+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637).  Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

UPDATE:  Child From Weekend Drowning Identified

(May 30, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police are now releasing the name of the child that drowned over the weekend at the Cape Coral Yacht Club.

This victim is identified as 12 year-old Myson Noel of Lehigh Acres, Florida.

There is no additional information to release at this time.

"This tragedy has devastated the parents and has struck a chord with people all across SW Florida.  Our thoughts and prayers are with the family."- Det. Sergeant Dana Coston, Cape Coral Police Department Public Affairs Officer 

Original release after the break.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Working a Drowning
 

(May 24, 2014)- At around 2:20 PM,  Cape Coral Police responded to 5819 Driftwood Parkway (Cape Coral Yacht Club) after an Officer was flagged down and advised that a child had gone missing in the water. 

After a extensive search of the area by Patrol Officers, members of the CCFD as well as CCPD Marine Officers, divers were sent in to the water and the child was located, but unresponsive.

The child was transported to a local hospital for treatment, but was pronounced deceased. Notification of the next-of-kin has not been made, so no further information will be released at this time.

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PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Detectives would like to talk to this man, who was a passenger in a suspect vehicle during an aggravated battery (stabbing) that took place this weekend.  The subject is described as a W/M, had a few gold teeth, a red birthmark on the right side of his lower neck, pimples and had a distinctive urban accent when speaking.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Detectives Looking for Information in Weekend Stabbing

(June 2, 2014)- On Sunday morning at approximately 12:30 AM, there was a disturbance at the 7-Eleven at 1021 Santa Barbara Boulevard which resulted in a physical fight behind the business between two groups of individuals: two white males (victims) and two white males and a black male (suspects). 

During the altercation, the black male pulled out a knife and stabbed the two victims.  The victims ran into the 7-Eleven and the clerk called the Cape Coral Police Department.  The suspects left the area in an older mode,l 4-door, white Cadillac.  The area was checked but the suspects/vehicle were not located.

Please take a look at the above photo.  The subject pictured here was a passenger in the suspect vehicle.  According to one of the victims, the white male driver and the passenger looked similar so they may be related.  The black male was smaller framed.  All of the suspects were in their early 20’s.

According to the cashier at 7-Eleven, the male in the photograph had a few gold teeth, a red birthmark on the right side of his lower neck, pimples and had a distinctive urban accent when speaking.

If you have any information on the identity of this subject or any of the suspects in this incident, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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Cape Coral Police Department are looking for this man in connection with a felony criminal mischief.  He appeared to be 25-35 years old, 5`7- 5`10, medium build, about 155-170 pounds, short brown hair with slight facial hair.

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Needs Your Help Identifying ATM Vandal

(June 6, 2014)- On 5-11-14 Cape Coral Police responded to the Publix grocery store located in the 100 block of Cape Coral Parkway West, for a criminal mischief complaint to the ATM machine.

According to store manager, he arrived to open the store this morning and noticed the recycle cans near the outside ATM were knocked over. As he picked them up, he saw glass on the ground and noticed the ATM screen had been completely shattered and the display showed "out of order".

The manager reviewed the camera footage from last night and discovered a white male at the ATM at 2:45 AM. The male kicked the ATM screen several times after not getting any cash.

The camera footage from 2:45 AM showed a white male attempting to use the ATM. A few minutes later he appeared angry and began kicking the ATM screen repeatedly. He attempted another transaction and again began kicking the machine at least 6-8 times. The male jumped  completely off the ground at least twice and made contact with the ATM screen with his foot.

The male was wearing a blue/white, long sleeve, button up, plaid print shirt, blue jeans and dark shoes. He appeared to be 25-35 years old, 5`7- 5`10, medium build, about 155-170 pounds, short brown hair with slight facial hair.

If you have any information on the identity of the suspect, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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ARRESTED:  Jorge Felix Brito, W/M, DOB: 03-25-1985, of 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES:  MARIJUANA-TRAFFIC (EXCESS OF 25 LBS OR 300 PLANTS OR MORE),  DRUGS-TRAFFIC (POSSESS STRUCTURE VEH KNOW TRAFFIC DRUGS).

ARRESTED:  Adyanez Martinez-Izquierdo, W/F, DOB: 06-27-1987, of 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES:  MARIJUANA-TRAFFIC (EXCESS OF 25 LBS OR 300 PLANTS OR MORE),  DRUGS-TRAFFIC (POSSESS STRUCTURE VEH KNOW TRAFFIC DRUGS).

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an aerial view of the home located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an interior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an interior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an interior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an interior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an interior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an exterior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an exterior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Cape Coral Police Department took down a marijuana grow house operation in NW Cape Coral last night, seizing 151 lbs. of marijuana and arresting two for Cultivation and Trafficking.  Pictured here is an exterior view of the home (with numerous pot plants) located at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Bust Marijuana Grow in NW Cape Coral

(June 6, 2014)-  Yesterday, at around 7:00 PM, members of the Cape Coral Police Department Vice, Intelligence, and Narcotics (VIN) Unit and Street Crimes Unit (SCU) served a search warrant at 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.

Officers found a large-scale marijuana grow house operation being operated at this residence. Half of the house, including the garage, was converted into a climate-controlled grow operation, while the remainder of the home was used as living quarters.

A total of 84 plants were recovered with a total weight of 151.4 lbs.  The total street value is estimated to be between $175,000-$200,000.

Two subjects, including the owner of record, Jogre Felix Brito, were arrested, charged with Cultivation and Trafficking in marijuana.

ARRESTED:  Jorge Felix Brito, W/M, DOB: 03-25-1985, of 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES:  MARIJUANA-TRAFFIC (EXCESS OF 25 LBS OR 300 PLANTS OR MORE),  DRUGS-TRAFFIC (POSSESS STRUCTURE VEH KNOW TRAFFIC DRUGS).

ARRESTED:  Adyanez Martinez-Izquierdo, W/F, DOB: 06-27-1987, of 51 NW 33rd Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES:  MARIJUANA-TRAFFIC (EXCESS OF 25 LBS OR 300 PLANTS OR MORE),  DRUGS-TRAFFIC (POSSESS STRUCTURE VEH KNOW TRAFFIC DRUGS).

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PHOTO:  Image of an informational flyer by the US Army Reserves, letting people know what to expect at this weekend's training exercise.  Click the photo to download PDF.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Military Training Operation in NW Cape Coral This Saturday

The Cape Coral Police Department wants to remind residents of the joint military training exercise that will be occurring this Saturday, June 14, 2014 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (military operation should be done by 3:00 with police and fire units out of the area by 4:00 PM) in and around Crystal Lake, located at NW 35 Lane and Caloosa Parkway.

The US Army reserves have published an informational flyer to let residents know what they can expect this weekend.  Click on the photo above to download a PDF of the flyer.

Original release after the break.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral to Host Military Training Operation in the Northwest

(May 26, 2014)-  It may look like a scene out of Red Dawn, but it is not an invasion.

The City of Cape Coral will be hosting another military training exercise on June 14, 2014 from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM in and around Crystal Lake, located at NW 35 Lane and Caloosa Parkway.

This operation, called "helocasting," will train soldiers to safely dismount from a helicopter that is in-flight, into a body of water, while wearing all of their gear.

Throughout the day, there will be Army Blackhawk helicopters loading soldiers at a nearby landing zone and dropping them off in Crystal Lake.

Cape Coral Police Department, Cape Coral Fire Department, US Coast Guard Auxiliary, and the US Army will have vehicles and personnel in the air, on the ground, and in the water, directing traffic and maintaining a safe training environment for our soldiers.

"The operation is taking place in a sparsely populated area of the city away from major thoroughfares, so we anticipate traffic will not be much of a problem.  This exercise should provide a very interesting show for local residents in the area."- Det. Sergeant Dana Coston, Cape Coral Police Department Public Affairs Officer

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ARRESTED:  Joshua Daria Gavin, B/M, DOB: 08-05-1989, of 2030 NE 34th Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES: Violation of Probation, Resisting an Officer (Without Violence), and 2 counts of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon.

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

UPDATE:  Cape Coral Police Department Makes Arrest in June 1st Stabbing

(June 9, 2014)-  On Saturday night around 10:00 PM, Cape Coral Police with the assistance of the United States Marshal's Service (USMS) made an arrest in the June 1st stabbing of two men outside of a SE Cape Coral convenience store.

Quickly after the stabbing, Cape Coral Police Detectives were able to identify the suspect as Joshua Daria Gavin, B/M, DOB: 08-05-1989, of 2030 NE 34th Terrace, Cape Coral.  Once probable cause was developed, a warrant was obtained by Detective Erica Pickett of the Cape Coral Police Department Major Crimes Unit (MCU).

Partnering with Detective Chris Lucas, who is assigned to the United States Marshal's Service Federal Task Force, and the Cape Coral Police Department Street Crimes Unit (SCU), a plan was set in motion to apprehend Gavin.

Gavin was located by SCU and members of the USMS Task force at the 7-11 located at 798 Del Prado Boulevard North.  After a brief struggle, he was taken into custody.  Gavin, who was already on state probation, was arrested on the warrant for 2 counts of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon.  Gavin was additionally charged with Violating of Probation and Resisting Arrest.

"This is a great example of solid police work coupled with strong partnerships both inside and outside the agency, that let us bring a violent felon to justice."- Det. Sergeant Dana Coston, Cape Coral Police Department Public Affairs Officer.

ARRESTED:  Joshua Daria Gavin, B/M, DOB: 08-05-1989, of 2030 NE 34th Terrace, Cape Coral.
CHARGES: Violation of Probation, Resisting an Officer (Without Violence), and 2 counts of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon.

Original release after the break.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Detectives Looking for Information in Weekend Stabbing

(June 2, 2014)- On Sunday morning at approximately 12:30 AM, there was a disturbance at the 7-Eleven at 1021 Santa Barbara Boulevard which resulted in a physical fight behind the business between two groups of individuals: two white males (victims) and two white males and a black male (suspects). 

During the altercation, the black male pulled out a knife and stabbed the two victims.  The victims ran into the 7-Eleven and the clerk called the Cape Coral Police Department.  The suspects left the area in an older mode,l 4-door, white Cadillac.  The area was checked but the suspects/vehicle were not located.

Please take a look at the above photo.  The subject pictured here was a passenger in the suspect vehicle.  According to one of the victims, the white male driver and the passenger looked similar so they may be related.  The black male was smaller framed.  All of the suspects were in their early 20’s.

According to the cashier at 7-Eleven, the male in the photograph had a few gold teeth, a red birthmark on the right side of his lower neck, pimples and had a distinctive urban accent when speaking.

If you have any information on the identity of this subject or any of the suspects in this incident, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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PHOTO:  Stills taken from a surveillance camera show a W/F suspect, late 20's to early 30's, with brown hair pulled into a ponytail.  She attempted to leave Wal-Mart without paying for items.  She fled in a blue Ford SUV.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Stills taken from a surveillance camera show a W/F suspect, late 20's to early 30's, with brown hair pulled into a ponytail.  She attempted to leave Wal-Mart without paying for items.  She fled in a blue Ford SUV.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Needs Your Help Identifying a Retail Theft Suspect

(June 9, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police need your assistance identifying and locating a retail theft suspect from an incident that occurred on June 1, 2014, at the Wal-Mart located at 1619 Del Prado Boulevard S.

This unknown white female loaded items into her cart and passed all points of sale without paying.  When confronted by Loss Prevention Officers, she fled in a Ford SUV, Blue in color, bearing FL tag 377PTG (which comes back to a vacant home).

Please take a good look at the pictures above.  If you have any information on the identity or location of the suspect, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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ARRESTED:  Brandon M. Meredith, W/M, DOB:08-18-1991, of 4031 SW 9th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL.

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

After a Brief Swim, Cape Coral Police Arrest Car Burglar in South Cap

(June 10, 2014)-  Yesterday at around 6:30 PM, Cape Coral Police Officers responded to 928 Cape Coral Parkway East on a suspicious person call.  The caller advised that a W/M, wearing a white t-shirt, shorts, and sandals was looking into and attempting to enter vehicles in the parking lot.

Officers made contact with the subject on arrival, identified as Brandon M. Meredith, W/M, DOB: 08-18-1991, of 4031 SW 9th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL.  

While speaking with officers, Meredith reached into his pocket and pulled out a clear baggie of marijuana.  Meredith then took flight on foot and jumped into a canal in the 4900 block of Viceroy Street.  While in the water, Meredith's baggie of suspected marijuana floated to the surface and was promptly secured by the officer in pursuit.

The foot pursuit was concluded shortly thereafter with the use of a Taser, and Meredith was taken into custody.

Witnesses at the scene were able to direct Officers to two vehicles that Meredith attempted to enter.  Officers made contact with the vehicle owners who wished to pursue criminal charges.

ARRESTED:  Brandon M. Meredith, W/M, DOB:08-18-1991, of 4031 SW 9th Avenue, Cape Coral, FL.
CHARGES: Burglary of a Vehicle (2 counts), Possession of Cannabis (Under 20 grams), Resisting and Officer (Without violence).

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PHOTO:  Stills taken from the liquor store surveillance camera show a W/F, late 30's to early 40's, with dark hair, wearing white shorts and a white tank top.  She appears to have a tattoo on her right arm, below her shoulder. (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Stills taken from the liquor store surveillance camera show a W/F, late 30's to early 40's, with dark hair, wearing white shorts and a white tank top.  She appears to have a tattoo on her right arm, below her shoulder. (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police

PHOTO:  Stills taken from the liquor store surveillance camera show a W/F, late 30's to early 40's, with dark hair, wearing white shorts and a white tank top.  She appears to have a tattoo on her right arm, below her shoulder. (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Detectives Need Your Help Identifying a
Vehicle Burglary/Credit Card Fraud Suspect

(June 10, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police Detectives are currently working a vehicle burglary/credit card fraud case and need your help identifying and locating a suspect.

This case stems from a June 03, 2013 vehicle burglary where a window was smashed out and a purse taken from the parking lot of Burton Park, located at 1502 NE 3rd Lane, Cape Coral, FL, shortly after 6:00 PM. The victim's credit card was used at a liquor store in Punta Gorda less than an hour from the time of the burglary. Please take a look at the photos above.  These are stills taken from the liquor store surveillance camera footage.

If you have any information on the identity of the suspect, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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MISSING:  Michael P. Meagher, W/M, DOB: 07-10-1956, of 1706 Cornwallis Parkway, Cape Coral

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Needs Your Help Locating a Missing Endangered Person

(June 10, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police Detectives are currently working a missing endangered person case and are asking for the Public’s assistance.

58 year old Michael P. Meagher left his wife at a gas station last night after an argument. Today,  his wife located their vehicle on Veterans Parkway, just west of the tolls on the shoulder of the eastbound lane. His wife stated that he told her that he can no longer live.  Meagher was last seen between 12:12 and 12:30 AM today.

If you have any information on the location of the Michael Meagher, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. 

MISSING:  Michael P. Meagher, W/M, DOB: 07-10-1956, of 1706 Cornwallis Parkway, Cape Coral.

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PHOTO:  Michael Meagher was located and arrested by FMPD last night on Robbery and Drug Paraphernalia charges.  (Photo Courtesy of LCSO)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

UPDATE- Missing Endangered Person Located

(June 11, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police Department is canceling the lookout for Missing Endangered Person, Michael Meagher.

Meagher was arrested last night by Fort Myers Police for Robbery and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and is currently in custody at Lee County Jail.

Original release after the break.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Needs Your Help Locating a Missing Endangered Person

(June 10, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police Detectives are currently working a missing endangered person case and are asking for the Public’s assistance.

58 year old Michael P. Meagher left his wife at a gas station last night after an argument. Today,  his wife located their vehicle on Veterans Parkway, just west of the tolls on the shoulder of the eastbound lane. His wife stated that he told her that he can no longer live.  Meagher was last seen between 12:12 and 12:30 AM today.

If you have any information on the location of the Michael Meagher, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. 

MISSING:  Michael P. Meagher, W/M, DOB: 07-10-1956, of 1706 Cornwallis Parkway, Cape Coral.

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ARRESTED:  Pascual Ruiz III, W/M, DOB: 11-8-85, of 408 NE 24th Avenue, Cape Coral
CHARGES:  Four counts of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm/Deadly Weapon F.S.S. 784.021(1a) - Felony of the Third Degree

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Detectives Make Arrest in Road Rage Incident

(June 13, 2014)-  On June 12, 2014, at approximately 6:45 PM, Cape Coral Police Officers were dispatched to 2800 Santa Barbara Blvd, Cape Coral, Lee County, Florida in reference to shots fired. 

Upon arrival, Officers met with victim, who reported that he was riding his bike when a vehicle went by him at a high rate of speed.  When he got next to the car at the stop light, he told the driver he needed to slow down.  The driver began yelling and threatening the victim.  Munn rode away when the light changed and the vehicle swerved towards him and cut in front of him.  The driver got out and began threatening to beat up the victim.  Three other motorists witnessed the victim being threatened.  They feared for his safety and stopped to assist him.  

A female passenger was in the suspect vehicle and she moved to the driver seat and she began yelling to the male got into the car.  The male got into the passenger seat and as they drove by, the male pointed a semi-automatic handgun towards them and then fired 4 shots into the air.  As the vehicle turned south onto Santa Barbara Boulevard, the male turned and fired a shot at the four victims.  One of the victims reported that he heard the bullet go past him very close.  One of the motorists followed the suspect vehicle and lost it in the 100 block of SE 30th Street.  The vehicle was described as a maroon Ford Fusion, 4-door, with GA license plate.  All of the involved parties reported that they were in fear of being shot.

Cape Coral Police Officers, including the Street Crimes Unit (SCU) began searching for the vehicle and suspect that the victim's described.  A similar vehicle was located backed into the driveway at 325 SE 30th Street.  When officers approached they noticed that the license was the same as described by the victims.  A subject came outside of 325 SE 30th Street and when he saw officers near the residence, he ran back inside and then re-exited.  Officers detained the subject and eventually (after a perimeter was established on the house and the Cape Coral Police Department SWAT team responded) the other occupants exited the residence after multiple requests.

"Show-ups" were conducted and 3 of the victims positively identified one of the males as being the person who shot a firearm at them and fled the scene, the fourth victim was able to partially identify the subject by description.  The male was identified as: Pascual Ruiz III,W/M, DOB: 11-8-85, of 408 NE 24th Avenue, Cape Coral.  The residence and vehicle were secured pending the issuance of a search warrant.

Based upon the investigation Ruiz was placed under arrest for four counts of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm/Deadly Weapon F.S.S. 784.021(1a) - Felony of the Third Degree (one count against each victim) and later transported to LCJ in apparent good health.

ARRESTED:  Pascual Ruiz III, W/M, DOB: 11-8-85, of 408 NE 24th Avenue, Cape Coral
CHARGES:  Four counts of Aggravated Assault with a Firearm/Deadly Weapon F.S.S. 784.021(1a) - Felony of the Third Degree (one count against each victim)

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PHOTO:  Picture of Cape Coral Police Patrol Car outside of crime scene tape at a serious injury crash.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Investigates  Serious Injury Crash in Southwest Cape

(June 15, 2014)-  Sunday afternoon, Cape Coral Police responded to a crash involving a single vehicle in the 3200 block of Skyline Boulevard.

The involved vehicle left the roadway while traveling northbound on Skyline Boulevard, striking mailboxes and hitting a tree head-on.

The driver was transported for what appeared initially to be non-life threatening injuries, but was upgraded to a trauma-alert while en route to the hospital.

The initial synopsis of the Traffic Homicide investigator is below:

DATE: June 15, 2014
TIME: 3:48 p.m.
LOCATION: 3215 Skyline Boulevard
CR: 14-009846
ASSIGNED OFFICER: Corporal Nickolas J. Slover

VEHICLE # 1: A Red 2011 Kia Soul.
VEHICLE # 1 DRIVER: Chrystle Antonia Russo, W/F, 31 YOA, of Cape Coral.
DRIVER # 1 INJURIES: Russo suffered life threatening injuries and is listed in critical but stable condition at Lee Memorial Hospital.

SYNOPSIS:

Vehicle # 1 was northbound on Skyline Boulevard in the outside lane.  At 3215 Skyline Boulevard, for unknown reasons, Vehicle # 1 drifted to the right, exited the roadway, and struck the mailboxes for that address.  Vehicle # 1 continued North in the sidewalk area and front yards for approximately 210 feet where it struck a tree in the front yard of 3207 Skyline Boulevard head on (approximately 40 mph).  Vehicle # 1 spun clockwise and came to final rest, facing West bound in the outside lane. While on scene the driver of Vehicle # 1 appeared to have non-life threatening injuries, however during transport to Lee Memorial Hospital, the driver of Vehicle # 1 became a trauma alert.

Due to injury severity, THIs Corporal Nickolas Slover and Master Corporal Andrew Satterlee, along with Forensics Potts responded.

Case is pending further investigation. Next-of-kin has been notified.

It is unknown at this time if the traffic crash is alcohol or drug related.

***There are 3 traffic fatalities in our city in 2014. (There are 0 fatalities that are ruled "medical" and the cause of death is not related to injuries in the traffic crash. The 0 "medical" fatalities are not included in the number of 3 traffic fatalities).***

Breakdown of the past 5 years FYI:

• 2014= 3 Traffic fatalities
• 2013= 18 Traffic fatalities (this number DOES NOT INCLUDE 3 medical ruled deaths)
• 2012= 10 Traffic fatalities
• 2011= 11 Traffic fatalities (this number DOES NOT INCLUDE 2 medical and 1 suicide ruled deaths)
• 2010= 9 Traffic fatalities

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VIDEO:  Surveillance camera video depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

PHOTO:  Surveillance camera stills depicting two black male suspects wearing ski masks, armed with handguns, entering and robbing the Dollar General Store located at 924 NE Pine Island Rd., Cape Coral.  (Photo Courtesy of Cape Coral Police Department)

CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT

Public Affairs Office

1100 Cultural Park Boulevard

Cape Coral, FL 33990

(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Department Needs Your Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects

(June 17, 2014)-  On June 13, 2014, at approximately 9:25 PM,  Cape Coral Police responded to Dollar General at 924 NE Pine Island Rd, Cape Coral, Lee County FL, in reference to an armed robbery. 

Witnesses stated that two black males walked into the store using the front door. The black males were wearing ski masks to cover their faces and both were holding a black or silver handgun, possibly a 9mm. Both males ordered everyone to get to the floor, and then told a store employee to open the safe. One male told the employee if they did not open the safe fast enough he would shoot. Both males took all of the money in the safe (amount pending) and had the employee open the registers and took all of the money in there as well. One male went into the office and took the employee's purse.  The employee said the males put all of the money into a plastic bag and ran out of the front door in an unknown direction. Witnesses believe the black males were about 6`00" in height and wore boots and ski masks.

A neighborhood canvass of the area was completed and turned up no results. Cape Coral Police Detectives and Forensics responded to the scene.

Please look at the Photos and Video above.  If you have any information on the identity of the suspects, please contact the Cape Coral Police Department at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip. Go to www.capecops.com/tips or text a tip- text CCPD+"Your Message" to CRIMES (274637). Finally, you can call Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Apprehend Armed Robbery Suspects

(June 18, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police have apprehended two armed robbery suspects who held up a Family Dollar store in SW Cape Coral at gunpoint.

Just before 9:00 PM, Cape Coral Police Department  received a call regarding two black males armed with guns, entering the Family Dollar Store located at 2614 Skyline Boulevard, Cape Coral, Florida.

Just as officers responded, the suspects fled in a vehicle.   A brief pursuit ensued as the suspects attempted to flee and elude officers.  The pursuit ended about a mile away when the suspects t-boned a vehicle at the intersection of Santa Barbara Boulevard and Veterans Memorial Parkway.  One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

The suspects fled from the crash on foot into the neighborhoods just south of Veterans Memorial Parkway.  Officers quickly established a perimeter, called in LCSO Aviation, and gave chase on foot.

Both suspects were apprehended in short order.  One was apprehended in a foot pursuit, while the other was found hiding in bushes.  Both were taken into custody with the assistance of a Taser.

Both firearms, cash, and other evidence were recovered.  The suspect vehicle was seized as evidence.  Cape Coral Police Department Detectives and Forensics personnel responded to assist with the investigation.  As of 11:30 PM, the intersection at Veterans Memorial Parkway and Santa Barbara Boulevard was  completely reopened. 

ARRESTED: Justin Diggs (BM 04-27-1990)
CHARGES: Armed Robbery, additional charges pending

ARRESTED: Jonas T. Griffin (BM 04-25-89)
CHARGES: Armed Robbery, additional charges pending

 "It is too early to know if these suspects are directly involved with other Dollar Store robberies we have seen in Cape Coral and in other parts of SW Florida. We will have to see what clues and information are revealed in the investigation that is ongoing.  We are proud of the rapid, professional, and tactical response of our officers.  Our thoughts are with the crash victim who was injured by the recklessness of these men and we hope for a speedy and full recovery."- Det. Sergeant Dana Coston, Cape Coral Police Department Public Affairs Officer.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

The Popular CCPD Citizens' Police Academy is Looking for Applicants

(June 19, 2014)- The Cape Coral Police Department is accepting applications for the upcoming Citizens Police Academy. The Citizens Police Academy is a 10 week program which meets on Thursday nights for 3 hours.  The program gives Cape Coral citizens an inside look at what the police department does and why. Participants will have a combination of classroom setting and hands-on scenarios and will have the opportunity to go to the driving range.

Space is filling up fast so don’t delay.  Class is scheduled to begin on September 25th. This is a free class for Cape Coral residents age 20 and over.

Applications can be found online at www.capecops.com or in the lobby of the Police Department. Applications must be returned to the Police Department no later than July 7th.

Click the link below for more information:

More information

Click the link below to download the Citizens' Police Academy Application:

Application (PDF)

If you have any questions, you can contact the Cape Coral Police Department Community Outreach Coordinator, Anella "Joy" Nyack, at (239) 242-3342.

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CAPE CORAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Public Affairs Office
1100 Cultural Park Boulevard
Cape Coral, FL 33990
(239) 242-3341

Cape Coral Police Apprehend Armed Robbery Suspects

(June 19, 2014)-  Cape Coral Police have apprehended two armed robbery suspects who held up a Family Dollar store in SW Cape Coral at gunpoint.

Just before 9:00 PM last night, Cape Coral Police officers were dispatched to the Family Dollar Store located at 2614 Skyline Blvd, Cape Coral, Lee County FL.  in reference to a robbery in progress (Cape Coral Police Department Case #14-010045).

A witness stated that she was walking out of the store and noticed two black males entering as she was leaving and they appeared to be wearing masks. She got into her vehicle where she could see into the store through the windows. The witness stated that she could see one of the males with a handgun and it looked like they were robbing the store. The witness called 911 and continued to watch the store. She watched as the two black males exited the store and ran around the back of the building and got into a vehicle and drove away. The witness followed the vehicle as it headed south toward SW 28th St and then took a left turn and headed toward Skyline Blvd. The suspect vehicle took a left onto Skyline Blvd and headed north toward Veteran's Parkway. At this time police were in the area and had the suspect vehicle and sight. The witness then turned around and returned to the store and waited for police to arrive.

The store manager was working in the store as it was about to close when two black males entered the store with their heads and faces covered and carrying handguns. The store manager stated that the two suspects threatened to kill him and his employee if they did not open the safe and give them the money. He also stated that he was hit in the head with a gun multiple times as he was trying to cooperate with the suspects. he finally got the money out and the males placed it in a bag and fled the store.

A store employee stated that she was in the process of closing the store when two black males entered the store and robbed it at gun point. The suspects both stated over and over that if they did not cooperate they would kill both her and the manager and that one of the suspects hit the manager multiple times on the head with a gun. The suspects got the money from the safe and both registers and fled. Both the manager and the employee stated that they were in fear for their lives. More than $300 but less than $5000.00 was removed from the store during the robbery.

Officers observed the suspect vehicle as described by the witness as it was pulling onto Skyline Blvd. and heading north. They turned on their lights and sirens in an attempt to pull the vehicle over. The vehicle pulled away at a high rate of speed in an attempt to flee the officers. As the vehicle was heading toward the intersection of Skyline Blvd. and Veterans Parkway the suspects hit a vehicle (Cape Coral Police Department Case # 14-010049). The suspect vehicle continued through the intersection, northbound on Skyline Blvd. Just past the intersection, the suspect vehicle made a U-turn and headed back south bound on Skyline Blvd toward Veterans Parkway. At Veterans Parkway the suspect vehicle made a left turn and proceeded to head east on Veterans Parkway.  At this point the suspect vehicle turned off its headlights and continued at a high rate of speed in an effort to hide from police. As the suspect vehicle continued east it entered into the intersection at Santa Barbara Blvd. and Veterans Parkway and hit another vehicle.  The vehicle sustained heavy damage and the driver was also injured and had to be transported to the Cape Coral Hospital for treatment (Cape Coral Police Department Case #14-010044).

The suspect vehicle also sustained heavy damage and went about another 100 feet were both the driver and the passenger jumped out of the vehicle and fled on foot. The driver went north while the passenger fled south. The driver was apprehended near the intersection of Santa Barbara Blvd and Veterans  Parkway and was later identified as Jonas Tramell Griffin, DOB: 4/25/89.

The passenger, in an attempt to hide from police, entered the lanai of an occupied residence. Officers located the male, later identified as Justin Devon Diggs was located hiding in the pool box on the lanai of 2614 SW Santa Barbara Pl. The resident stated that he had not given anyone permission to be in his residence and that he wished to press charges for occupied burglary (Cape Coral Police Department Case# 14-010052).

A show-up with the victims/witnesses from the Family Dollar store was conducted at the locations where both suspects were apprehended. The witness positively identified both suspects as the males that had committed the robbery. The store manager and employee both positively identified Griffin as one of the males in the robbery and both stated that he was the suspect who had hit the manager in the head multiple times with the gun. Both suspects were transported to a local hospital for treatment due to the vehicle crash.

Just outside the passenger side door of the suspect vehicle there was a bag containing a large amount of U.S. currency and rolled coins. This bag was recovered by Cape Coral Police Department Forensics and placed into evidence. Due to the heavy a amount of damage to the suspect vehicle it was towed from the scene. An inventory of the vehicle was conducted and two handguns and more U.S. currency was discovered in plain view. The vehicle was towed to the Cape Coral Police Department to be stored pending a search warrant.

Both suspects were read their Miranda Rights from prepared forms and stated that they did not wish to talk with Police.

Once both suspects were medically cleared they were transported to the Lee County Jail.

ARRESTED: Justin Diggs (BM 04-27-1990) of 307 Ellington Ct., Fort Myers, FL.
CHARGES:  Robbery with a Firearm, Grand Theft, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Burglary of an Occupied Dwelling, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

ARRESTED: Jonas T. Griffin (BM 04-25-89) of 2909 Blount St., Fort Myers, FL.
CHARGES:  Robbery with a Firearm, Grand Theft, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Fleeing to Elude, Reckless Driving, Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Hit and Run X2.

"It is too early to know if these suspects are directly involved with other Dollar Store robberies we have seen in Cape Coral and in other parts of SW Florida. We will have to see what clues and information are revealed in the investigation that is ongoing.  We are proud of the rapid, professional, and tactical response of our officers.  Our thoughts are with the crash victim who was injured by the recklessness of these men and we hope for a speedy and full recovery."- Det. Sergeant Dana Coston, Cape Coral Police Department Public Affairs Officer.

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