Caught on Camera: Charlotte County deputy SUV rolls overFort Myers leaders combat low water pressure with 11 new wells
PORT CHARLOTTE Caught on Camera: Charlotte County deputy SUV rolls over A Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was seen rolling over on a road in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers leaders combat low water pressure with 11 new wells On Monday afternoon, WINK News learned why the city limited the amount of water coming out of your faucet.
Park Shore Beach undergoes restoration after hurricanes and erosion A multi-million dollar beach renourishment project is underway in Collier County.
Collier County woman in critical condition after bike hit-and-run A woman is in critical condition after a car hit her while riding a bike on Weber Boulevard in Collier County.
Possible drones spotted in Englewood Neighbors in Englewood, North Port, and Venice are puzzled about what could be in the sky. Some say it’s two planes close to each other. Others say it’s drones.
ESTERO Everblades’ Logan Lambdin works on post-hockey life as a realtor Florida Everblades forward Logan Lambdin works as a realtor away for the ice as a way to prepare for his post-hockey life.
FORT MYERS BEACH Addressing traffic headaches on Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach traffic causes a big annoyance for many beachgoers. The Matanzas pass the bridge to get onto the island and can be backed up, eating into that beach relaxation time.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres roads covered in graffiti and broken glass If you travel to Lehigh Acres, some of the streets aren’t clean. You might notice paint splattering the roads and vandals behind the mess. It’s not just paint but broken glass, too.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers spends millions to improve digital infrastructure The City of Fort Myers is spending nearly $8 million to improve its digital infrastructure.
FORT MYERS Wade Wilson’s automatic death penalty appeal begins The man convicted and sentenced to death for the killing of two Cape Coral women has begun his first of many appeals to the death sentence he got last year.
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
FORT MYERS Goodbye mocking bird, hello flamingo? A bill to change the official state bird has been filed in the Florida House of Representatives.
Charlotte County projects $362M cost from Hurricane Ian As Charlotte County officials await cost estimates from the impacts of 2024 hurricanes Helene and Milton, the county is already reeling from the $362,021,150 cost of Hurricane Ian in 2022.
CAPE CORAL Final report reveals cause of February airplane crash in Cape Coral The National Transportation Safety Board has released the cause of the airplane crash that occurred in Cape Coral in February.
VANDERBILT BEACH Collier County issues red tide alert for beaches If you’re thinking of heading to the beach in Collier County, heed this warning.
PORT CHARLOTTE Caught on Camera: Charlotte County deputy SUV rolls over A Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office vehicle was seen rolling over on a road in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers leaders combat low water pressure with 11 new wells On Monday afternoon, WINK News learned why the city limited the amount of water coming out of your faucet.
Park Shore Beach undergoes restoration after hurricanes and erosion A multi-million dollar beach renourishment project is underway in Collier County.
Collier County woman in critical condition after bike hit-and-run A woman is in critical condition after a car hit her while riding a bike on Weber Boulevard in Collier County.
Possible drones spotted in Englewood Neighbors in Englewood, North Port, and Venice are puzzled about what could be in the sky. Some say it’s two planes close to each other. Others say it’s drones.
ESTERO Everblades’ Logan Lambdin works on post-hockey life as a realtor Florida Everblades forward Logan Lambdin works as a realtor away for the ice as a way to prepare for his post-hockey life.
FORT MYERS BEACH Addressing traffic headaches on Fort Myers Beach Fort Myers Beach traffic causes a big annoyance for many beachgoers. The Matanzas pass the bridge to get onto the island and can be backed up, eating into that beach relaxation time.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres roads covered in graffiti and broken glass If you travel to Lehigh Acres, some of the streets aren’t clean. You might notice paint splattering the roads and vandals behind the mess. It’s not just paint but broken glass, too.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers spends millions to improve digital infrastructure The City of Fort Myers is spending nearly $8 million to improve its digital infrastructure.
FORT MYERS Wade Wilson’s automatic death penalty appeal begins The man convicted and sentenced to death for the killing of two Cape Coral women has begun his first of many appeals to the death sentence he got last year.
Photo shows SWFL teens hit in New Orleans terrorist attack reunited in hospital The grandfather of one of the teens struck by a truck in a New Orleans terrorist attack has released a picture of the teens sharing an emotional moment in the hospital.
FORT MYERS Goodbye mocking bird, hello flamingo? A bill to change the official state bird has been filed in the Florida House of Representatives.
Charlotte County projects $362M cost from Hurricane Ian As Charlotte County officials await cost estimates from the impacts of 2024 hurricanes Helene and Milton, the county is already reeling from the $362,021,150 cost of Hurricane Ian in 2022.
CAPE CORAL Final report reveals cause of February airplane crash in Cape Coral The National Transportation Safety Board has released the cause of the airplane crash that occurred in Cape Coral in February.
VANDERBILT BEACH Collier County issues red tide alert for beaches If you’re thinking of heading to the beach in Collier County, heed this warning.
This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a stolen Jeep, a man caught red-handed after slashing his neighbor, and a man impersonating a federal officer. Phillip Aust Credit: Lee County Sheriff’s Office A 39-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, Phillip Aust was taken into custody around 1:41 a.m. on U.S. 41 near Del Prado Boulevard. Aust now faces charges of grand theft and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident. RELATED: Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally Addiel Herrera Credit: The Lee County Sheriff’s Office A Lehigh Acres man has been arrested after deputies say he barged into his neighbor’s home with a knife and injured a woman. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a residence on 21st Street Southwest on Saturday for a disturbance between duplex neighbors. While on the scene, deputies learned the neighbors had gotten into a verbal argument. In an attempt to separate themselves, the victim closed their garage and locked their doors while the suspect, 56-year-old Addiel Herrera, went to his unit to grab a knife. Herrera began banging on the door of the victim’s residence. When the victim opened the door, Herrera stepped inside and slashed at the victim, injuring their hand. The victim was able to push Herrera out of the door, where he continued to stab the door multiple times. Deputies located Herrera in his garage, covered in blood. All parties were medically cleared on the scene. Herrera is being charged with armed burglary and assault. He is being held without bond at the Lee County Jail. RELATED: Lehigh Acres man accused of attacking neighbor with knife Jorge Alberto Alfonso The Florida Highway Patrol has arrested a man for impersonating a federal officer after conducting a traffic stop in Collier County on a suspicious vehicle. The incident occurred on New Year’s Day. While stationed at a median on Interstate 75, an FHP trooper noticed a white Ford F-150 traveling northbound with red and blue lights activated. According to the trooper, the vehicle did not appear to be a legitimate law enforcement vehicle due to several factors: A woman seated in the front passenger seat could be seen waving her arms, seeming upset or distressed, and a pink backpack and other suitcases were in the pickup’s bed. The trooper pulled the truck over, and as he approached the vehicle to explain the reason for the stop, a male passenger, 61-year-old Jorge Alberto Alfonso, interrupted, claiming his K-9, seated in the back, accidentally activated the lights. Alfonso identified himself as a federal agent and presented a CIA Counterterrorism Unit ID card, a CIA emblem coin in a badge wallet and an MI-6 ID. When asked about what agency he worked for, Alfonso only replied, “Federal.” Upon inspection, Alfonso’s IDs looked suspicious for several reasons: Alfonso was wearing a skullcap in his ID photos, which is prohibited for law enforcement IDs The format and design did not match known federal ID standards and instead of a badge, a coin was affixed to the badge wallet The Ford F-150 was equipped with blue and red lights, a front and rear light bar, a dashboard radio and a siren control box. Alfonso was arrested for impersonating a law enforcement officer. The F-150 was towed, and while taking inventory, authorities found the following: Firearms Passports, including blank ones Federal agent badges (CIA and others) Bulletproof vests Pills in unlabeled bottles Money Jewelry The FBI, Border Patrol and Diplomatic Security Services were notified and initiated their own investigations. Alfonso was transported to the Naples Jail Center and faces charges of impersonating a law enforcement officer and possession of a controlled substance without a prescription. RELATED: Man arrested in Collier for allegedly impersonating CIA officer