Heavy police presence reported in Cape Coral neighborhood

Author: Sommer Senne Writer: Nicholas Karsen
Published: Updated:

The Cape Coral Police Department responded to a scene located at Southwest 45th Street and Pelican Boulevard.

Early reports of the scene called for K9 units, the Cape Coral Police Forensics Team, and a helicopter to be deployed in the area.

WINK News has arrived on the scene to gather more information.

According to a witness account, the homeowner’s son witnessed the suspect break into the side garage door.

The suspect allegedly used a tool to cut through the screen door, where they attempted to break into the home.

The door to the home was locked; however, the witness noticed detergent pods were missing.

The mother of the home used a flashlight, catching the suspect before they fled from the scene.

The son then told WINK News that he overheard police attempting to apprehend the suspect; however, they evaded law enforcement. The son mentioned being unsure if the suspect had been caught.

When asked about the investigation, CCPD could not provide any information at this time.

The forensics team was seen removing evidence from a home within the neighborhood.

Officers were seen examining a vehicle in the home’s driveway while taking photos of the surrounding area.

An officer took a bicycle and placed it inside one of their cruisers.

The significance has yet to be determined.

At 6:26 a.m., the scene has cleared.

The cause of the heavy police presence is under investigation.

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