Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Demetrie Allen, Kameron Maynard, Ronald Smith This weekly WINK News segment features fugitives from justice right here in Southwest Florida. This is your chance to help out the community and give the tip that gets these people off the street. These suspects need to be found – and you can help. If you have seen them, reach out to Crime Stoppers or your local law enforcement. Call 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). Here are three fugitives wanted by Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Demetrie Allen Demetrie Allen (DOB 8/13/91) – wanted in Lee County on a bench warrant for failure to appear on a charge of burglary and criminal mischief. He is accused of trying to break into a car in a Lehigh Acres neighborhood in the middle of the night. When he was unsuccessful, he busted down the front door of the home, then assaulted the homeowner. He was arrested a short time later for the crime and was released on the condition that he would show back up for a court hearing, which he has failed to do, triggering a new warrant for his arrest that was issued December 1st. Over the years, he’s been booked 20 times on a long list of charges, to include hit and run, fraud, aggravated battery on a pregnant victim, dealing in stolen property, fleeing and eluding, robbery and the sale and delivery of drugs. He is 6’4”, 180 pounds with a tattoo of Chinese letters on his left arm and a zodiac sign on his neck. He was last known to be living in Lehigh and upon his arrest, he will be held without bond. Kameron Maynard Kameron Maynard (DOB 12/5/92) – wanted in Lee County on an order revoking pretrial supervision for burglary with assault or battery, child abuse and false imprisonment. The victim said she had been having ongoing issues with Maynard, including several instances on the day of his latest attack. Despite the fact that she had a domestic violence injunction for protection against Maynard, he ended up climbing up the outside balcony to her apartment then assaulted the woman while young children were nearby. He also threatened to “light up” her apartment. He ended up spending four days in the Lee County Jail for the crime and was released in late August on bond. But a judge has decided that Maynard needs to be in jail and has issued a warrant rescinding his release. He has three previous bookings on drug charges. He is 5’9”, 180 pounds and was last known to be living in Southeast Cape Coral. Ronald Smith Ronald Smith (DOB 7/7/63) – wanted in Lee County for failure to register as a sexual offender. He was originally convicted in Glades County on a sexual battery charge and after serving a lengthy stint in prison, he was released on the condition that he would check in with law enforcement on a regular basis. His last check-in was in July, when he affirmed that he would keep tabs again in October, however, he has been off the radar and nowhere to be found, prompting a new warrant for his arrest earlier this month. Crime Stoppers said Smith has a history of violent tendencies, particularly towards women, and in his last assault he left the female victim bloodied and bruised with her eyes swollen shut. He has 11 previous bookings on multiple counts of battery, domestic violence by strangulation and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. He is 5’11”, 248 pounds with a tattoo of the devil with flames on his chest, a panther on his right hand, the map of Florida on his left arm and a naked woman on his right arm. He was last known to be living in North Fort Myers. If you have a tip on the whereabouts of any of these wanted suspects contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) or southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com