NAPLES Body found in Naples retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
NAPLES Body found in Naples retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
Jorge Guerrero-Torres <span data-mce-type="bookmark" style="display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;" class="mce_SELRES_start"></span> A grand jury has returned an indictment for multiple charges against Jorge Guerrero-Torres, the state attorney’s office announced Thursday. The State Attorney’s Office held a press conference, along with members of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. The grand jury returned an indictment for Guerrero-Torres on First-Degree Murder, Kidnapping, and Lewd and Lascivious Molestation in the death of Diana Alvarez, 9, of San Carlos Park, who went missing nearly two years ago, according to Chief Assistant State Attorney Amira Fox. Guerrero-Torres was found guilty on May 16, 2017 of producing and possessing lewd images of Alvarez and was later sentenced to 40 years in prison. Guerrero-Torres will remain in the Lee County Jail until trial for these new charges, investigators said. If convicted, he would first serve his sentence in state prison before being transferred to federal prison to serve his additional sentence. MORE: Man linked to Diana Alvarez held without bond on new charges Guerrero-Torres’ arraignment is scheduled for May 7. Undersheriff Carmine Marceno said he hopes the indictment would help Diana’s family begin the road to healing. “We know today that we will never bring Diana back, but we also hope we bring some closure to the family,” Marceno said. A mother’s reaction Hernandez expressed her frustration Wednesday afternoon during a press conference, hours after the state attorney’s office announced a grand jury returned an indictment against Guerrero-Torres. MORE: Man linked to missing girl found guilty in child porn trial Hernandez is heartbroken, but said she wouldn’t “wish this on anyone.” Hernandez said she’s happy Guerrero-Torres will never be able to be able to hurt another child, but fundamentally disagrees with the maximum punishment he faces. Hernandez said if she could choose, she’d ask for the death penalty. “If my daughter is not alive, then he doesn’t deserve to be alive,” Hernandez said. MORE: Graphic images of Diana Alvarez found on person of interest’s phone When asked if Hernandez wanted crews to keep searching for Diana’s body, she responded: “Why keep searching?” As she’s come to terms with the unnerving realization that her daughter is gone. ‘We’re not gonna quit’ Michael Hadsell, president of Peace River K9 Search and Rescue, identified one key piece of evidence investigators are missing: a body. “I’m surprised that the murder one charge, but if they feel they’ve got enough evidence to do that, good for them,” Hadsell said. The search for Diana has been ongoing after two organizations announced in May they’d restart their pursuit, and for their efforts will not waiver. MORE: Diana Alvarez still missing on 10th birthday “We’re not gonna quit until we do find her, one way or another, we will find her,” Hadsell said. Search tactics include retracing and tracking Guerrero-Torres’ past movements in places like Central Florida. “We’ve been searching mostly off Highway 60, and that was one of the last area’s that his cell phones were pinging,” Hadsell said. Hadsell added how the dry conditions could provide an advantage in the search. MORE: Search to resume for missing San Carlos Park girl “Right now it’s dry so it gives us access to a lot of areas we didn’t have access to last year,” Hadsell said. Hadsell spoke fondly of Rita Hernandez, Diana’s mother, and expressed his dedication to continue the search. “We are in this for mom, so we will stay in it until the end,” Hadsell said. MORE: Renewed search for missing San Carlos Park girl unsuccessful Authorities still haven’t found her body. Eighty-eight percent of cases without a body result in convictions, according to the U.S. attorney’s office. 31 cases have resulted in capital punishment. “Lee County is a great agency and they’ll do what they have to do to bring this case to a resolution,” Hadsell said.