Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road causes injuries, road closedFatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road causes injuries, road closed All lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a crash involving a gas line that has left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
FORT MYERS 21st annual Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival underway in Fort Myers The 21st Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival is underway. Despite the colder weather, visitors are enjoying the festivities in Fort Myers.
New video shows alternate angle of I-75 multi-county chase A theft ring in Lee County led to a dramatic car chase involving Paul Fritzson, who allegedly carjacked a couple in Collier County.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road causes injuries, road closed All lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a crash involving a gas line that has left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
FORT MYERS 21st annual Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival underway in Fort Myers The 21st Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival is underway. Despite the colder weather, visitors are enjoying the festivities in Fort Myers.
New video shows alternate angle of I-75 multi-county chase A theft ring in Lee County led to a dramatic car chase involving Paul Fritzson, who allegedly carjacked a couple in Collier County.
Charlotte County deputies and residents of Southwest Florida are paying their respects to Sergeant Elio Diaz, who was killed in the line of duty. The memorial service for Sgt. Diaz began at 10 a.m. on Friday at the Babcock Ranch field house. You can watch it below: Heartfelt speeches were given by Diaz’s family members, including his daughters Nayleshka Luna and Kiara Torres, along with his uncle, Rick Cardona. The three remarked on Diaz’s amazing influence on their lives, noting memorable stories of him while on duty. Diaz’s daughters referred to their father by his nickname, “Papi,” tearfully speaking about how his bravery and love for family will be forever etched into their hearts. The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office staff remarked on Diaz’s heroism and dedication to justice. Sheriff Bill Prummell spoke fondly of Sgt. Diaz, recalling a story involving famous Cuban coffee. “I must preface this by saying that I (Prummell) am not a coffee drinker. I walked into the debriefing room to discover Sgt. Diaz handed out shot glasses to the other deputies. Confused, I approached Diaz to ask him what was going on,” said Prummell. “He said, ‘Don’t worry, boss, it’s just coffee’ before he continued to hand out the beverage to more deputies.” Numerous law enforcement agencies traveled by motorcade, saluting in silence in memory of Diaz’s ultimate sacrifice. Diaz was killed on Sunday following a traffic infraction with a homeless man, Andrew “AJ” Mostyn. Diaz discovered that Mostyn was driving without insurance and a suspended license, prompting him to assist Mostyn, who had turned out to be living out of his car. Diaz called Mostyn’s insurance provider to prevent his pickup truck from being repossessed. After an hour of attempting to assist Mostyn, he began to approach the shooter’s vehicle to initiate a conversation. Before the conversation even started, Mostyn pulled a rifle from his passenger seat and shot at Diaz 10 times, fatally wounding the deputy. RELATED: Sheriff Prummell: Sgt. Elio Diaz tried helping suspect who killed him On Thursday, hundreds gathered for Diaz’s viewing, paying their respects to The 11-year veteran. Diaz’s family and the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office will take the funeral procession route below, and others will take to the private burial service. The location of which the fatal shooting occurred was part of the procession route. People who wanted to pay their respects did so near Kings Highway, with many lining the streets. The procession ends at the Charlotte Memorial Gardens, and the final part is open to family and CCSO members only. The funeral service will be held privately by Diaz’s family and CCSO members following his memorial service.