Community Response Unit (CRU) -

Our Community Response Unit (CRU) was created to solve problems that arise in the community. CRU focuses on establishing and maintaining direct community contacts to foster grassroots partnerships to address and resolve quality of life issues.

The five branches of CRU are Community Outreach, Community Policing, Crime Prevention, Construction Special Investigations and Animal Cruelty Task Force.

Crime Prevention focuses on educating and training our community through programs, partnerships and initiatives. Community Policing establishes community safety teams at providing service and support through interaction and effective communication with homeowners’ associations.

For more information please contact us at 239-477-1CRU (1278) or CRU@sheriffleefl.org.

SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO

Sheriff Carmine Marceno created the Community Response Unit as part of his initiative to enhance community engagement throughout Lee County.

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24 Mar

🚨TRAFFIC ADVISORY🚨

Please be advised, there was a crash on Stoneybrooke Golf Dr.

The entire roadway is currently shutdown.

Please use caution & seek an alternate route.

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24 Mar

I’m proud to announce the Corrections Bureau recently completed its three-day Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission (FCAC) inspection. This comprehensive review resulted in another flawless evaluation, with zero violations.

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24 Mar

🚨ACTIVE SCENE - NW 25th St|NW 14th Ave in Cape Coral:
FHP and CCPD were assisting LCSO in locating and apprehending burglary suspects that fled from a traffic stop. There are 2 detained at this time. There is no threat to the public.

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23 Mar

🚨TRAFFIC ADVISORY🚨

Please be advised, there was a crash at the intersection of Rosemary Dr and Cape Verde Ln.

At this time, both NB and SB lanes of Rosemary are blocked.

Please use caution & seek an alternate route.

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14 hours ago

Sheriff Carmine Marceno interviewed with local media this morning reference a significant arrest. Yesterday around 4 PM, deputies responded to a shooting on Gretchen Avenue S in Lehigh Acres where a suspect fired two rounds into an occupied vehicle. The driver and passenger were not injured.The victim recognized the suspect, leading deputies to quickly detain 26-year-old Jason Bernard Lewis. Investigators say the incident stemmed from a verbal dispute the day prior over a parking spot.Lewis was arrested and charged with shooting into an occupied vehicle and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. ... See MoreSee Less

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16 hours ago

On Tuesday, around 2:10 p.m., the 𝐋𝐂𝐒𝐎 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭 responded to an 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐨𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐭 with 𝟏𝟏 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 near Fort Myers Beach.Marine Unit deputies were 𝐨𝐧 𝐬𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥.With the assistance of multiple good Samaritans, 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟏𝟏 𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐞𝐝 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫. Two people were transported to the hospital with minor injuries.The boat was reportedly overturned due to a large wave and high winds. The overturned boat was towed away. ... See MoreSee Less

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17 hours ago

𝗠𝗨𝗟𝗧𝗜-𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗦 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗟𝗟𝗢𝗪𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗟𝗔𝗥𝗬 𝗜𝗡 𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗥Three Cape Coral teens were arrested after stealing a car, breaking into a business, and fleeing from Troopers on Tuesday morning. "This case took multiple agencies across the county, and in the end, deputies, police, and troopers worked together to piece it all together and build a strong case," said 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗼. Around 3:15 a.m. LCSO responded to a burglary at the Cloud Factory Smoke & Vape on McGregor Blvd. The store owner told dispatch he was watching three masked men on surveillance footage steal money and products from the store. They then fled in a black sedan.Analysts in the Real Time Intelligence Center utilized LPR's to locate the vehicle fleeing back into Cape Coral. LCSO deputies located and attempted a traffic stop; however, the vehicle continued to flee.Florida Highway Patrol Troopers then initiated a pursuit, which led to the under-construction Festival Park in North Cape Coral. There, the suspect vehicle got stuck, and the three teens took off on foot.Two of the suspects, 𝗝𝗮𝗰𝗼𝗯 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 (𝟬𝟴/𝟬𝟭/𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟭) 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘆𝗿𝗼𝗻 𝗥𝗼𝗱𝗼𝗹𝗳𝗼 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗷𝗼 𝗠𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮 (𝟭𝟮/𝟮𝟮/𝟮𝟬𝟬𝟴), were located and apprehended by LCSO K9, Tuko.The third suspect and driver, 𝗬𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗲𝗹 𝗟𝗮𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗮 (𝟭𝟮/𝟭𝟯/𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟭), was later found Tuesday afternoon riding a bike in Cape Coral.During the investigation, it was learned that the vehicle had been stolen from the same street the trio lives on. Inside the vehicle, detectives located face masks, various vape merchandise, and black gloves. While being interviewed, the suspects admitted to planning the burglary days in advance as a way to "make quick cash" and stealing the car prior to the burglary. The trio has been charged with burglary of an unoccupied structure, grand theft of property, criminal mischief, and possession of burglary tools. FHP charged them with fleeing and eluding, resisting without violence, and criminal trespass on a construction site. CCPD had additional charges for grand theft auto and burglary of a conveyance. 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘄𝗮𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 Florida Highway Patrol & Cape Coral Police Department.“These teens made a series of dangerous and reckless choices that put our community at risk. Thanks to the swift coordination between our deputies, the Florida Highway Patrol, and the Cape Coral Police Department, they were quickly taken into custody before anyone was hurt," said 𝗦𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗼. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 day ago

Recently, our very own Lieutenant Morgin Evins represented our community at the funeral service honoring U.S. Army Reserve Captain Cody Khork, who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our nation overseas. Lieutenant Evins had the distinct honor of serving alongside Captain Khork during her military career, making this loss profoundly personal.This solemn occasion serves as a reminder of the courage, commitment, and selflessness embodied by those who wear our nation’s uniform. Here in Lee County — we feel this loss deeply — as it touches not only our community, but all who understand the true cost of freedom.Captain Khork’s legacy of service and sacrifice will endure in the hearts of those who knew him, served beside him, and in the grateful nation he helped defend. You will never be forgotten. 🙏🏻⭐️🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less

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2 days ago

Today, Sheriff Carmine Marceno made a special stop to surprise a visiting group from Lee Health, and other community partners during their tour of HQ!This outstanding group of professionals got an inside look at our Real Time Intelligence Center, explored our state-of-the-art recording studio, and experienced firsthand the newest technology helping #teamLCSO stay ahead. From innovation to real-time solutions, we’re proud to show how we’re paving the way in solving crime faster and more efficiently.Thank you to Lee Health for spending time with us—we appreciate all that you do for our community! ... See MoreSee Less

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