Proud to Serve
Thank you for visiting the official website of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. It’s an honor and privilege to serve as your Sheriff.
Your safety is my top priority. I am committed to ensuring our community is protected by the most skilled, dedicated, and innovative law enforcement team. We’re constantly looking ahead, embracing new ideas, and striving for excellence in everything we do.
𝐀 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬
What happens after an animal is rescued from an abusive situation? The road to recovery can be long, and sometimes, the care they need is extensive.
Today, 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐝 Lee County Domestic Animal Services talk with Gulf Coast News to share an inside look at the lifesaving work happening behind the scenes.
𝐃𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐍𝐄𝐖 & 𝐄𝐗𝐂𝐋𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐭𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝟒&𝟔𝐩𝐦 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫, 𝐨𝐧 𝐆𝐮𝐥𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬.
Because those who cannot protect themselves deserve someone who will.
🐾⭐🐈💚
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𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐃𝐄 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐃𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐃! 🎙️
The case is cold & The questions remain.
#TeamLCSO’s Podcast 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐮𝐫𝐞 is back with a brand-new episode, and this is one you won’t want to miss.
Press play. Turn it up. Start listening.
Because every case has a story… and every family deserves answers.
Watch 𝘚𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦: 𝘋𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘋𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘺 👉
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‼️𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗠 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧‼️
LCSO has received recent reports of a 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 scam.
Victims are receiving calls from scammers stating they missed court and have a warrant out for their arrest, and need to pay a fine.
The scammer, pretending to be a member of LCSO, then threatens to follow through on the arrest if they don’t pay.
𝙒𝙚 𝙬𝙞𝙡𝙡 𝙣𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙩𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙦𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙛𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙣𝙮 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙤𝙣. 𝙄𝙛 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙢, 𝙤𝙧 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙖 𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙫𝙞𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙢, 𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙧𝙖𝙪𝙙 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙖𝙩 𝟮𝟯𝟵-𝟮𝟱𝟴-𝟯𝟮𝟵𝟮.
#BeAlert
#TheMoreYouKnow
#FriendlyReminders
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Tune in tomorrow morning from 8a to 8:30a, as 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐟 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐨 𝐠𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐉𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝟗𝟐.𝟓 𝐅𝐎𝐗 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐨!🎙️
They’ll discuss real results from recent narcotics operations and current events, right here in our community!
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🐔 🚓 𝐓𝐖𝐎 𝐂𝐎𝐂𝐊𝐅𝐈𝐆𝐇𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐌𝐀𝐍𝐓𝐋𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐋𝐄𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 🚓 🐔
Over the weekend, deputies uncovered and dismantled two separate large-scale cockfighting operations, resulting in two arrests for animal cruelty.
“There is no place for animal cruelty in Lee County, and 𝐰𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐬 for the purpose of cockfighting. These operations are not only cruel, but they put animals through unimaginable suffering," said Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
On Friday, deputies responded to a home on Westwood Acres Road for a fully engulfed mobile home trailer. While clearing the property, deputies discovered multiple roosters, a fighting ring, and evidence of a cockfighting operation.
During the execution of a search warrant, deputies located boxing gloves, B12 injections, and several injured roosters. 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐱𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝟖𝟑 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞.
The owner, 𝐑𝐚𝐮𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐚 𝐑𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐬 was arrested for animal cruelty—sell/use/ possess animals to fight or bait.
On Sunday, during an unrelated incident, LCSO deputies were called to assist an Animal Control Officer after a possible cockfighting ring was discovered in the backyard of a home on Nashville Avenue S in Lehigh Acres.
Deputies located multiple injured roosters housed in separate enclosures consistent with cock fighting, along with evidence of a training area, sparring muffs, a dummy chicken, and used syringes. 𝟓𝟑 𝐛𝐢𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞.
The homeowner, 𝐘𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐨𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐠𝐮𝐞𝐳 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐳, was charged with animal cruelty—sell/use/ possess animals to fight or bait.
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🔥NFM FIRE🔥
LCSO is currently on scene assisting local fire departments with a grass fire.
Residents on Aqua Vista Ln, Duece Rd, Ace Rd, Pioneer Rd, Wayne Dr have been notified for potential evacuations.
These evacuations are NOT mandatory.
Please avoid the area.
UPDATE:
The fire has been contained & there is no risk to the public.
Robbie is ready for his close up 😎🤘🏼
Tune in NOW to @OfficialOPLive and catch #teaLCSO’s Robbie the ROBOdog live in studio tonight and tomorrow! 🦾‼️🌟🔥
TONIGHT On Patrol: Live is showcasing the nation’s K9 units in the communities they serve.
Tune into Dog Days of Summer, a special LIVE two-night event featuring special in-studio guests and a look at some of the top K9 units from across the country.
Be sure to tune in tonight
Check out these community events coming your way! Click the flyer to find out how to register today! 🌟
Carmine Marceno
Our operation may be over but our message remains: if you deal poison in Lee County, we are coming for YOU
We are incredibly proud to announce that the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Golden Paws Crisis Care K9 ™ Unit has successfully passed the United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) Therapy Dog Certification! 🎉🦮
This accomplishment reflects the dedication, training, and hard work of our handlers and K9s as they continue their mission to provide comfort, compassion, connection, and hope to those in our community who need it most.
Congratulations to our Crisis Care K9s Rollie and Valor! We are proud of the work you do, and the difference you make every day. 💙🐾
𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫. 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐆𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐬. 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐘𝐨𝐮! 🎒📖
The first day of school is already off to a fantastic start across Lee County!
Sheriff Carmine Marceno stopped by SFMHS to welcome students, teachers, and staff back after summer break and share his continued commitment to one of his top priorities: 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙠𝙞𝙙𝙨, 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙨𝙘𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨.
Throughout the school year, LCSO’s School Resource Officers, School Threat Enforcement Team, and the Lee County School District will continue working together to support our schools and provide a positive environment where students can learn, grow, and succeed.
Enjoy your first week back, Lee County! Make memories, learn something new, and remember…
#TeamLCSO is always here for YOU! 🫵
This school year, we’re asking every driver in Lee County:
𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏. 𝐅𝐎𝐑. 𝐓𝐇𝐄. 𝐁𝐔𝐒.
BusPatrol is helping us hold dangerous drivers accountable, but our goal is bigger than citations: 𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐲.
🚌 Slow down. Stay alert. 𝐒𝐓𝐎𝐏 for the stop arm.🛑
Congratulations to Lee County Sheriff`s Office Manager, Trish Routte and her amazing team on receiving the 2026 Southeastern Crime Stoppers Premiere Management Award!
This prestigious recognition honors Trish Routte`s extraordinary dedication and service to Crime Stoppers over the past 28 years. Throughout nearly three decades of commitment, she has devoted countless hours to advancing the Crime Stoppers mission and supporting law enforcement agencies across Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry, and Glades counties, helping to keep our communities safe.
Trish has been a tireless advocate for Crime Stoppers, building strong community partnerships, increasing public awareness of the program, and highlighting the many success stories that have made a positive impact throughout our region.
Trish`s unwavering commitment, passion, and dedication have left a lasting legacy on Crime Stoppers and the communities it serves. We are all grateful for her years of service and congratulate her on this well-deserved honor.
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👏🏼 𝐋𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐍𝐀𝐑𝐂𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐂𝐒 𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓 𝐖𝐈𝐍𝐒 𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐆𝐈𝐎𝐔𝐒 𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐑𝐃 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝟖𝐓𝐇 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐒𝐄𝐂𝐔𝐓𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐘𝐄𝐀𝐑 👏🏼
Sheriff Carmine Marceno is proud to announce the LCSO Narcotics Unit is the recipient of the 𝘙𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘍𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘜𝘯𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢 𝘕𝘢𝘳𝘤𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘖𝘧𝘧𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘴` 𝘈𝘴𝘴𝘰𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. Annually, the FNOA presents a conference that is widely attended by local, state, and federal law enforcement entities, where it has developed into the premiere event of the year for network and training.
This year, LCSO’s Narcotics Unit clinched the award yet again, for their tireless efforts working to rid Lee County of poison. Over the last year, the Narcotics Unit made 191 arrests and executed 55 residential search warrants, which resulted in the following being seized:
* $500,000.00 U.S. currency
* Vehicles: 6
* Firearms: 87
* Fentanyl: 4+ kilograms
* Cocaine: 7+ kilograms
* Methamphetamine: 53 lbs
* Ecstasy: 16 kilograms
* Marijuana: 540 lbs
* Heroin: 72 grams
* Misc. Pills: 2500
* Synthetics: 2+ kilograms
Additionally, one of our very own was recognized as this year’s Narcotics Officer of the Year for their dedicated work putting one of Lee County’s most violent and repeat offenders behind bars following a lengthy investigation.
“Awards don’t define our deputies, the results do. But this prestigious recognition confirms what I already know: the men and women of our Narcotics Unit are among the very best in the nation. They relentlessly hunt down drug dealers, dismantle criminal networks, and take the poison off our streets before it reaches another family. This is a testament to their hard work, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to public safety. I am incredibly proud of this elite team and honored to serve alongside them,” stated Sheriff Marceno.
𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐋𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 to our Narcotics Unit on these well deserved recognitions! ⭐
𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐢𝐬 𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 🚨🌟
As we prepare for a new school year, our SROs are undergoing specialized training to prepare for active threat situations. This critical training ensures they remain ready to protect the students, teachers, and staff in every Lee County school, reinforcing our commitment to providing a safe learning environment from day one.
The safety of our children, and the security of our schools will always be my top priority. That’s why we continually invest in our deputies by providing them with the highest level of training and the best equipment available. When it comes to protecting our students, teachers, and staff, we will never settle for anything less than excellence. Safe kids and safe schools aren’t just goals, they’re a promise to our community.
—Sheriff Carmine Marceno
𝚆𝚑𝚎𝚗 𝙻𝚒𝚏𝚎 𝙶𝚒𝚟𝚎𝚜 𝚈𝚘𝚞 𝙻𝚎𝚖𝚘𝚗𝚜.... 🍋✨
Deputies Drummond and Cambria made a 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 stop in San Carlos Park today to cool off with some ice-cold lemonade from these young entrepreneurs. We’d say they made a pour-fect decision!
Thanks for helping us 𝐬𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐳𝐞 a little extra sweetness into a hot summer day on patrol, little ladies! 🌞🕶️
#SqueezeTheDay #LemonadeStand #BeatTheHeat #ShopLocal #TeamLCSO
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A sweepstakes scam is a fraud where criminals falsely tell you that you won a large prize, but demand upfront payments for "taxes," "shipping fees," or "processing costs". Real sweepstakes are completely free and never require you to pay money or buy anything to win. Warning Signs of a Sweepstakes Scam Upfront fees: Asking for gift cards, wire transfers, cryptocurrency,...
Whether children walk, ride their bicycle or take the bus to school, it is extremely important that they take proper safety precautions. Walkers- Practice walking to school with your child. Walk on the sidewalk, if one is available; when on a street with no sidewalk, walk facing traffic. Make eye contact with drivers before crossing, and always cross streets at...
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office reminds vacationers to be cautious when renting vacation homes because you may be clicking on a scam. Scammers will use real locations and pictures to advertise a fake listing. The scammers will have you make a payment upfront. After payment is made, you may experience two things upon arrival: the property is not real or...
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has been nationally accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement (CALEA) since 1991. The accreditation program requires agencies to comply with state-of-the-art standards in four basic areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations and support services.
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office invites the public to offer comments, commendation and other information regarding the Sheriff’s Office quality of services and performance or other information relevant to the accreditation process on the CALEA public access portal. To access the Public Comment Portal, go to http://cimrs2.calea.org/58.
