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.
‼️𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗟𝗖𝗦𝗢 𝗦𝗖𝗔𝗠 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧 ‼️
We have received reports of residents of Lee County being contacted by callers posing as a member of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office requesting money to avoid a warrant.
As a friendly reminder, LCSO will 𝗡𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥 contact you and ask for money, ever. If you should receive a call like this, PLEASE HANG UP AND IMMEDIATELY DIAL 239-477-1000 to report this incident.
Stay vigilant, remember to NEVER give out your personal information over the phone, and report any suspicious behavior to law enforcement.
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𝟏𝟓𝟖 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬. 𝟏𝟓𝟖 𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬. 𝟏𝟓𝟖 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠.
For National Cold Case Month, we 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐧𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐝.
LCSO has158 active cold cases, dating back to 1949. While time has passed, these cases have never been forgotten.
𝐒𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐦𝐚𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 that could help bring answers to a family. You may have seen something, heard something, or remember a detail that you once thought was insignificant.
𝐈𝐭’𝐬 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨𝐨 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝.
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𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐦 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐳
Five years later, we continue to honor Sergeant William Diaz and the lasting legacy of his service and sacrifice.
His memory lives on within the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the community he served.
𝐆𝐨𝐧𝐞, 𝐛𝐮𝐭 𝐧𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧.
𝐄𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 — 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟑𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟏
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𝐒𝐢𝐫, 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐚 𝐒𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭, 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐁𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐆𝐲𝐦....
Can you help detectives ID this guy? You could be eligible for up to $3,000 in cash if your information leads to an arrest!
Call SWFL Crime Stoppers, and send in your anonymous tips now! Share this post and let’s get this guy identified, Lee County.
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LCSO has received reports of a recurring scam in which the scammer calls posing as a member of LCSO and requests money from the caller.
LCSO will never call you and ask for money. If you have witnessed this scam, hang up and contact 239-477-1000.
Sheriff Carmine Marceno is hosting a live press conference to announce the arrest of 28-year-old, Whycliff Longin, following a Major Crimes investigation in Lehigh on August 27th.
This arrest comes after investigators worked throughout the evening and determined Longin killed one female victim and strangled a second female victim who was able to break free and call 911 for help.
“This was a true team effort. From Patrol and K9 Units on the ground, to our Major Crimes and Crime Scene Units, and the Communications Division who worked together to ensure this violent man is behind bars.” - Sheriff Carmine Marceno
🚨TRAFFIC ADVISORY🚨
Please be advised all lanes of Joel blvd are closed between E 17th & E 18th St due to a three vehicle crash. No serious injuries.
Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area & seek an alternate route.
🚨ACTIVE SCENE - Lehigh Acres🚨
LCSO is on scene at the 2900blk of Haviland Avenue S. This is an isolated incident, with no threat to the public, and all parties are accounted for. The investigation remains active at this time. Additional updates will follow.
UPDATE 1: Major Crimes Unit detectives are working a death investigation within the home. This remains an active investigation at this time.
🚨TRAFFIC ADVISORY🚨
Please be advised all lanes of Cemetery Rd are closed due to a crash at Dana Rd with injures.
Motorists are encouraged to avoid the area & seek an alternate route.
UPDATE:
Traffic is being diverted though Lehigh Acres on 68th St W.
Carmine Marceno
🕯️𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐡: 𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐒𝐞𝐞𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠. 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠.🕯️
Every name has a story. Every family deserves answers. Every case matters.
During National Cold Case Month, we honor the victims, stand with their loved ones, and recognize the dedicated investigators who continue searching for the truth, no matter how much time has passed.
At LCSO, cold cases are never forgotten. Through commitment, perseverance, and the support of our community, we continue working toward justice and closure.
If you have information that could help solve a case, your tip could make a difference.
📞 Submit a tip through our partners at SWFL Crime Stoppers
Your information could help bring closure to a family and justice to a case.
𝐑𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫. 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫. 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐛𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬.
HOMICIDE SUSPECT TAkKEN DOWN BY DEPUTIES
Today Sheriff Marceno released information on a homicide investigation on suspect Whycliff Longin who brutally attacked two women, killing one. Visit our Facebook to view the press conference and get full information.
𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐒𝐤𝐲! 🥳
We hope your day is filled with all your favorite things. 🎂🐕🐾
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.🛑
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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.
