SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S JUNE FRAUD ALERT: “YOUR ACCOUNT HAS BEEN COMPROMISED” SCAM

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about an increase in phone calls, text messages, and emails claiming that your bank account, Social Security number, or online account has been compromised. Scammers often create a sense of urgency by saying: “Your account has been locked.” “Suspicious activity has been detected.” “You must verify your […]
Shop Dine and Dash 5k

October 10, 2026, 9:30 AM — Miromar Outlets, 10801 Corkscrew Rd, Estero, FL 33928. Enjoy a fun, energizing 5K featuring shopping, dining, and community!
Are You READY?

July 10, 2026 4:00 PM — Gulf Coast Town Center, 9918 Gulf Coast Main Street, #B120, Fort Myers, FL 33913. Learn situational awareness, crisis rehearsal, confidence, confrontational skills, defensive & safety tactics.
27th Annual BIG Backpack Event

July 27, 2026 10:00 AM — Fort Myers Skatium Rink, 2250 Broadway, Fort Myers. Free backpacks and school supplies for the first 2,000 kids.
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S JUNE SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: SUMMER & BEACH SAFETY

With school out for the summer, families are spending more time at the beach, on the water, and enjoying outdoor activities. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office encourages everyone to keep safety in mind while having fun in the Florida sun. Water Safety Heat Safety Home & Travel Safety Keep Kids Safe See Something, Say Something […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S MAY FRAUD ALERT: THAT JOB OFFER TEXT IS PROBABLY A SCAM

It’s reported Floridians lost more than 9 million dollars to job scams in the last year with Florida ranking second in the nation as scams grow alongside rising unemployment. The (fake) recruiters claim to be with legit companies you might know and say they’re hiring for jobs you can do from home like “online assessor” […]
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S MAY SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: SAFE LIVING SOLO

Do you live alone? The Health Planning Council of Southwest Florida finds nearly 22 percent of seniors, 65 and older live alone, putting them at risk for social isolation and other safety concerns. Maybe you’re not a senior, but are still living solo. Living alone safely requires proactive habits: locking all doors/windows, using deadbolts, and […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S APRIL 2026 FRAUD ALERT: PAUSE BEFORE YOU SCAN, BEWARE OF QUISHING

WHAT IS QUISHING? Quishing or QR Code Phishing, is where scammers use fraudulent QR codes to trick victims to fraudulent websites designed to steal sensitive information. QR codes are very common, and their destination URL is hidden until after the code is scanned. Scammers put these codes in high-traffic or high-trust environments to exploit everyday […]
SHERIFF CARMINE MARCENO’S APRIL SAFETY & SECURITY TIP: ALL ABOARD for Boat Safety!

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is committed to keeping paradise safe on the water. With some of the most beautiful waterways in Southwest Florida, Lee County offers incredible opportunities for boating—whether you’re cruising the back bays, exploring the Gulf, or island-hopping. Our local waters include narrow channels, shallow flats, wildlife zones, and high-traffic boating corridors. […]