Worker transported in Cape Coral after suffering ‘medical episode’ in bucket truckFEMA’s Operation Blue Roof deadline approaching soon in Charlotte County
CAPE CORAL Worker transported in Cape Coral after suffering ‘medical episode’ in bucket truck A worker on the lift of a bucket truck had to be transported to the hospital after suffering some sort of “medical episode” while in the lift said police.
FEMA’s Operation Blue Roof deadline approaching soon in Charlotte County The deadline for FEMA’s Operation Blue Roof is rapidly approaching for Charlotte County residents affected by Hurricane Milton.
FDA proposes to remove ingredient in medications The Food & Drug Administration proposes removing one ingredient after new data shows it is less effective than listed.
Riviera Bar and Grill reopens within days of hurricanes Helene, Milton A gargantuan effort from owners and staff allowed the Riviera Bar and Grill to reopen less than a week after two hurricanes flooded the Punta Gorda waterfront restaurant that has been around since the 1950s.
2 men charged in unrelated crimes for deaths related to fentanyl Two men in Charlotte County have been arrested for separate fentanyl-related charges that led to two deaths.
CAPE CORAL Pickup truck crashes into Cape Coral apartment building A pickup truck crashed into a Cape Coral apartment building after what police believe was a head-on collision with another vehicle.
Tim Aten Knows: More new tenants coming to local retail centers Something big is in the works for the long-vacant former Sweetbay Supermarket in Green Tree Center in North Naples.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs house catches on fire 3 times in less than 24 hours A house in Bonita Springs has caught on fire three times in less than 24 hours.
SWFL High School Football Scoreboard Week 12 The regular season finale of high school football in SWFL brings district champions crowned and playoff spots fortified. .
Trash pile on San Carlos Island continues to grow Residents of San Carlos Island have grown tired as garbage and debris from hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton piles up.
Law enforcement presence at Alfie Oakes’ North Naples home and Immokalee packing house Several federal and state law enforcement agencies were at Alfie Oakes’ home and packing house for an investigation that remains undisclosed.
MATLACHA Matlacha restaurant Miceli’s reopens after six weeks Popular Matlacha restaurant Miceli’s has reopened just six weeks after enduring damage from back-to-back storms.
NORTH FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Accused Dollar General thief arrested A man accused of robbing a Dollar General store is behind bars.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Ward 4 candidate seeks vote recount In the race for Fort Myers city council, Cindy Banyai lost the Ward 4 race to incumbent Liston Bochette by just 77 votes or 1.58% of the vote.
CAPE CORAL Worker transported in Cape Coral after suffering ‘medical episode’ in bucket truck A worker on the lift of a bucket truck had to be transported to the hospital after suffering some sort of “medical episode” while in the lift said police.
FEMA’s Operation Blue Roof deadline approaching soon in Charlotte County The deadline for FEMA’s Operation Blue Roof is rapidly approaching for Charlotte County residents affected by Hurricane Milton.
FDA proposes to remove ingredient in medications The Food & Drug Administration proposes removing one ingredient after new data shows it is less effective than listed.
Riviera Bar and Grill reopens within days of hurricanes Helene, Milton A gargantuan effort from owners and staff allowed the Riviera Bar and Grill to reopen less than a week after two hurricanes flooded the Punta Gorda waterfront restaurant that has been around since the 1950s.
2 men charged in unrelated crimes for deaths related to fentanyl Two men in Charlotte County have been arrested for separate fentanyl-related charges that led to two deaths.
CAPE CORAL Pickup truck crashes into Cape Coral apartment building A pickup truck crashed into a Cape Coral apartment building after what police believe was a head-on collision with another vehicle.
Tim Aten Knows: More new tenants coming to local retail centers Something big is in the works for the long-vacant former Sweetbay Supermarket in Green Tree Center in North Naples.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs house catches on fire 3 times in less than 24 hours A house in Bonita Springs has caught on fire three times in less than 24 hours.
SWFL High School Football Scoreboard Week 12 The regular season finale of high school football in SWFL brings district champions crowned and playoff spots fortified. .
Trash pile on San Carlos Island continues to grow Residents of San Carlos Island have grown tired as garbage and debris from hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton piles up.
Law enforcement presence at Alfie Oakes’ North Naples home and Immokalee packing house Several federal and state law enforcement agencies were at Alfie Oakes’ home and packing house for an investigation that remains undisclosed.
MATLACHA Matlacha restaurant Miceli’s reopens after six weeks Popular Matlacha restaurant Miceli’s has reopened just six weeks after enduring damage from back-to-back storms.
NORTH FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: Accused Dollar General thief arrested A man accused of robbing a Dollar General store is behind bars.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Ward 4 candidate seeks vote recount In the race for Fort Myers city council, Cindy Banyai lost the Ward 4 race to incumbent Liston Bochette by just 77 votes or 1.58% of the vote.
Credit: WINK News. Many new questions surround a deadly hit-and-run case in Lee County, since the accused driver has been arrested. Logan Hetherington, 19 was arrested for hitting and killing 8-year-old Layla Aiken then leaving the scene in March. We spoke to a family friend as well as a legal expert about Hetherington’s arrest. Family friend Lacey Williams waited alongside Layla’s mom for weeks in frustration while everyone mourned Layla and waited for police to find and arrest the person who caused her death. “We are so proud of Cape Coral Police Department,” Williams said. “They worked so hard to make sure that they have an ironclad case.” Dr. David Thomas, FGCU professor of justice studies, said if the driver had just stayed at the scene, it would be a whole different case. Thomas said all the details of accused driver Hetherington are invaluable to prosecutors. “All those pieces of evidence are like pieces of a jigsaw puzzle,” Thomas said. “And they’re all coming together.” According to the Cape Coral police report, Hetherington is suspected of covering up evidence in the case. “We’re very disappointed to see that he tried to cover it up to see that his family tried to cover it up,” Williams said. Hetherington spoke to family members through text about the hit-and-run. Would those messages put them in legal trouble? “Florida law is very clear that if you are in relative by blood that you cannot be charged as an accessory after the fact,” Thomas said. Family would face charges if they hid or tampered with evidence, however. Thomas said Hetherington’s girlfriend could potentially face felony charges for not coming forward with information. Hetherington sent messages to her after the crash as well. “He is 19. We all make mistakes. I know that,” Williams said. “It could’ve been an accident, but once he knew that he hit her, we just are still wondering why he never came forward after that.” Because Hetherington did not get drug tested immediately, Thomas said proving he was impaired is likely impossible. Thomas also said vehicular homicide does not equate with murder legally. That’s likely why Hetherington had bond set at $133,00 and was able to get out of jail, compared to murder charges, where bond may not have been set. “Had he stayed there and been a good Samaritan, then he would probably get jail time sure,” Thomas said. “But it’s not gonna be anything like he’s going to get for leaving the scene of this accident when homicide is involved.” Thomas said Hetherington’s age playing a role in shortening a potential sentence will all depend on the jury’s recommendations and the judge. If Hetherington serves time, his license will likely be revoked for life. If the case goes to trial, a jury may have to come in. And the case could be moved to another county in order to find an impartial jury, who have not yet heard the news of Layla’s untimely death. “He took a life no matter how it happened, and he should have to be punished for that,” Williams said. MORE: 19-year-old arrested in hit-and-run death of 8-year-old Layla Aiken Driver accused in hit-and-run death of Layla Aiken posts bail RELATED ARTICLES: Turning stones into beautiful rocks for a killed 8-year-old’s grieving family Police have vehicle believed to be involved in hit-and-run death of 8-year-old Cape Coral police move memorial of 8-year-old killed in hit-and-run Protesters demand action at city council meeting after an 8-year-old dies