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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.
UPDATE: Elario was safely located.
🚨MISSING ADULT🚨
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult, DOMENICK ELARIO.
ELARIO is a white male, 5’6”, 120 lbs, with grey hair and hazel eyes. He was last seen leaving his residence this afternoon in a red Hyundai Elantra wearing an unknown color polo, beige shorts and tan shoes. We know he stopped at the Handy gas station on New Market Rd in Immokalee.
If you have any information pertaining to the whereabouts of ELARIO, please contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 239-477-1000 or SWFL Crime Stoppers at - 1-800-780-TIPS.
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𝗦𝗨𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗪𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗛𝗔𝗩𝗢𝗖 𝗔𝗧 𝗟𝗢𝗖𝗔𝗟 𝗖𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗛
This morning, Sheriff Carmine Marceno spoke with local media regarding the arrest of
𝗔𝗮𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲, who is accused of burglarizing and intentionally damaging Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church on August 15.
It was learned that Vicente willfully entered the church with a deliberate plan to destroy property. He flipped tables, chairs, a drum set, and intentionally caused damage to a guitar by hitting it against a tree outside.
Upon leaving the premises, he defecated within the parking lot and jumped into mud while drawing various symbols on himself with the mud. Deputies quickly located and detained Vicente.
Due to the nature of the incident, the LCSO Intelligence Unit assumed the investigation. Vicente was charged with 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗼𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗶𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲, 𝗖𝗿𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗖𝗵𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗿 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗼𝗴𝘂𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗲 𝗔𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗺𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗲𝘀.
During interviews, Sheriff Marceno emphasized LCSO’s commitment to proactively protecting places of worship and ensuring residents feel safe practicing their faith. "This suspect released havoc, damaging the property of this church," 𝘀𝗮𝗶𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗼."We understand mental health is important, but so is the safety of our community and we will stop at nothing to uphold that."
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🌟 𝐁𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐚𝐝𝐠𝐞: 𝐋𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐲 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚’𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐫 🌟
Recently, Senator Ashley Moody recognized our very own Deputy Tellez Ferriol of the 4th Precinct with the prestigious “Florida’s Finest Award” on the Senate floor for his bravery and heroic actions.
You may remember Deputy Tellez Ferriol’s heroic water rescue from May of this year, when he courageously placed himself in harm’s way and, without hesitation, entered the water to rescue three young women caught in a strong rip current while patrolling Bonita Beach.
The rescue, captured on video, made waves across Florida and the country, showcasing Deputy Tellez Ferriol’s composure, quick thinking, and unwavering commitment to putting the safety of others before his own. His bravery that day undoubtedly saved three lives.
“I want to thank Senator Moody for her continued support of our law enforcement officers and for recognizing Deputy Tellez Ferriol for his bravery and actions that day. Our deputies answer the call to serve and protect, and they are willing to put themselves in harm’s way to protect others. That is the duty we are called to do, and Deputy Tellez Ferriol exemplified that commitment when three lives were in danger. We are incredibly proud of him and grateful to Senator Moody for recognizing his service,” stated Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
CONGRATULATIONS, Deputy Tellez. We’re proud to have you as part of the LCSO family! Job well done.
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𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗠𝗬𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗠𝗔𝗡 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗗 𝗔𝗙𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗖𝗔𝗧
This morning, Sheriff Carmine Marceno interviewed with media outlets in reference to an animal cruelty investigation.
"I will NOT tolerate anyone who hurts an animal in Lee County," 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗼. "If you harm or kill an animal, our deputies, precinct detectives, and Animal Cruelty Task Force WILL be out in full force - ensuring you are charged to the fullest extent of the law."
Over the weekend, deputies responded to Mesa Drive in Fort Myers after learning a man shot a cat with a BB gun. Deputies immediately began investigating and located the suspect, 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘀 𝗝𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗲𝘆, on his front porch. The cat was transported to Blue Pearl Hospital, where it was determined that it was suffering from a 𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗴 𝗱𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗴𝘂𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱. Due to the nature of the crime, our 5th Precinct Detectives assumed the investigation. After completing a search warrant on Laney's home, detectives located the BB gun outside the home inside of an open shed. Probable cause was established to charge Laney with 𝗔𝗴𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗶𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗲𝗹𝘁𝘆.
"Due to the quick actions of the witness in this case, we were able to get the cat the medical attention it needs and the abuser behind bars. I can't stress this enough: if you see it, say it, make the call.”
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🚨 𝐒𝐂𝐀𝐌 𝐀𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐓 🚨
Hey Lee County! This SCAM is circulating again — Stay alert, and do NOT become a victim:
𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚 𝐩𝐨𝐩𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐦. 𝐈𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐦 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚 𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐦, 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐋𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐚𝐭 𝟐𝟑𝟗-𝟒𝟕𝟕-𝟏𝟎𝟎𝟎.
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🚨MISSING ADULT🚨
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a missing adult, DOMENICK ELARIO.
If you have any information pertaining to the whereabouts of ELARIO, please contact the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 239-477-1000 or SWFL Crime Stoppers at - 1-800-780-TIPS.
UPDATE: Elario was safely located.
Check out this SCAM that’s circulating again. If you witness this scam, or are a victim, please contact us at 239-477-1000. #BeAlert #DontGiveOutYourInfo
🚨 TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚨
We are assisting FHP with a traffic crash at Palm Beach Boulevard and Old Olga Road in Fort Myers. The westbound lanes of Palm Beach Boulevard are blocked for an undetermined amount of time. Please avoid this area and utilize an alternate route.
44-year-old Gabriel Carlo Leon-Torres arrested in connection with death investigation at Lee County Elections Center from March of this year:
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to seeking justice for the victim and his family and will provide additional information as it becomes appropriate to release.
The Lee County Elections Center has no involvement in this investigation.
AG James Uthmeier joins Law Enforcement and School Officials in Fort Myers to Announce the Arrest of over 2,000 Child Predators https://x.com/i/broadcasts/1PKqrNNNezWGb
Carmine Marceno
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
𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐰-𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞: 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐊𝟗 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐬 𝟔𝟎𝟎 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 🐾🌟
Sheriff Carmine Marceno proudly recognizes Golden Paws Crisis Care K-9™ Rollie for reaching an extraordinary milestone—his 600th deployment on July 29, 2026, less than two years after beginning service on August 14, 2024.
Alongside his handler, Shelby Reilly, Rollie has provided comfort and support to victims of trauma, grieving families, students, first responders, hospitalized children, seniors, and individuals experiencing mental health crises throughout Lee County.
“Reaching 600 deployments in under two years reflects both the growing need for Crisis Care K-9 services and Rollie’s exceptional training, dedication, and calming presence,” stated Sheriff Marceno. “His impact has touched countless lives, strengthening the bond between law enforcement and the community while exemplifying LCSO’s commitment to compassion, service, and care.”
Congratulations to Rollie and Shelby on this remarkable achievement and the meaningful difference they continue to make every day.
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A night that started with music ended in murder.
Nearly six years later, someone still knows the truth.
🎙️ The Season Two premiere of 𝘚𝘦𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 is now available. In 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐌𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫, we revisit the unsolved murder of Stevie Gary and the questions that remain unanswered.
🎧 𝐋𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐰 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐬, 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲, 𝐨𝐫 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐧 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐓𝐮𝐛𝐞.🎧
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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 reminds you to travel responsibly on this 4th of July weekend. Here are practical ways to stay safe when using ridesharing apps during July 4th celebrations. Plan Your Ride Before the Fireworks Begin Due to the high activity that rideshare apps experience on a holiday, book your ride early (if possible). Prices may surge throughout...
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.
