1 person dead, 1 in custody in Port Charlotte; deputies investigating

Reporter: Jolena Esperto
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Charlotte County deputies said a person is dead, and another one is in custody, but they have not released further details.

WINK News has been at the scene on Port Charlotte Boulevard and Chelsea Court since Tuesday morning after learning of a heavy police presence. Forensics and command units were spotted on scene.

“We do have one deceased, and there’s not a whole lot we can release at this time,” said Chris Hall, spokesperson for Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office. “However, as information does become available, we will continue to update you and release that to you as we figure it out.”

Neighbors told WINK News deputies asked them if they heard anything strange from the home.

Neighbor Laurakay Houser, her husband and others on the street said a young woman was outside of the home and appeared upset shortly after deputies arrived. At that same home, a car with a broken back windshield was spotted.

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