Suspect sought after shooting in Fort Myers sends 1 to hospital

Fort Myers police are investigating an early Friday shooting on Highland Circle near Canal Street. (Credit: Google Street View)

Fort Myers police say one person was injured in a shooting early Friday.

It happened just after 6 a.m. on Highland Circle near Canal Street.

Police said the victim was shot “in an extremity” and taken to Lee Memorial Hospital. That person’s condition was unavailable.

The FMPD is looking for a small, dark-colored crossover SUV. Anyone with information should call FMPD at (239) 321-7700 or Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-TIPS (8477).

Fort Myers Police are on scene in the area of Highland Circle and Canal Street in reference a shooting. We as you to avoid this area while we continue our investigation. Any witnesses are urged to call FMPD or @SWFLCrime8477 The incident appears isolated.
— Fort Myers Police (@fortmyerspolice) September 18, 2020

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