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Holiday season is upon us and as we wish you and yours a safe, joyful and happy holiday season, we need to remember that we cannot allow visions of sugar plums distract us from our obligation to protect our county’s furry residents. This month…NBC-2 rides along with the LCSO Animal Cruelty Task Force as we…
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It’s that time of year!  Lee County population swells with guests, tourists and snowbirds.  Our restaurants and retail stores are brimming with activity, with shoppers and long lines. While many of us have visions of sugar plums dancing in our heads, there are others with less pleasant thoughts…criminals and thieves. When out dining or shopping……
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The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Economic Crimes Unit has received reports indicating that Lee County residents have been receiving calls from criminals impersonating law enforcement officers. Victims are informed that they have “outstanding warrants,” have “failed to report for jury duty,” and have been told that they have “outstanding” or “unpaid” tickets. The callers are…
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We’re hoping that our November LCSO Animal Cruelty Task Force Newsletter finds you and your family healthy and well following the storm. This month…Cape Coral Animal Shelter Veterinarian, Dr. Megan Davis, discusses standing water and other post-hurricane concerns…the Lee County Sheriff’s Office has been, and continues to, distribute pet food to those in need…LCSO K9…
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This month…Lehigh woman, who recently adopted a puppy, jailed for felony animal abuse, updates regarding Paco (found with mouth and paws taped), Dr. Megan Davis from the Cape Coral Animal Shelter provides amazing information about Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, an upcoming “Hurricane Pet-Preparedness” class on September 28th at LCSO’s Miromar Outlets Community Outreach Center, some amazing…
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In a short time, the county population will swell as visitors from the North migrate to sunny Southwest Florida for the winter months. This influx of visitors and their vehicles make already congested roads a bit more problematic. Aggressive driving makes traveling difficult and dangerous for us all. While patience isn’t a virtue that we…
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Following the announcement of recent legislation designated to offer limited loan forgiveness, scammers diligently went to work to find ways to extract personal information from enthusiastic and unsuspecting student-loan consumers. It has been reported, nationwide, that individuals have received phone calls, text messages and messages across social media platforms asking student-loan consumers to call a…
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Nationwide, law enforcement is receiving a growing number of reports regarding stolen catalytic converters. The catalytic converter is a component of a vehicle exhaust system designed to reduce pollutants released into the air.  Their use was mandated in 1975 as a means to protect the environment.  It is located beneath the vehicle and, in some…
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Lee County has been experiencing and continues to enjoy remarkable growth in regard to property value, new construction and home sales.  The county’s Clerk of Court is receiving a seemingly endless flow of real estate documents and recordings. Unfortunately, property fraud has become an increasingly common criminal matter across the entire nation.  As most property…
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This month…Paco’s abuser arrested, Animal Cruelty Task Force completes prestigious National Animal Cruelty Investigations School, protecting your pets from the scalding sidewalks of Southwest Florida, a Q&A with Dr. Megan Davis regarding grain-free diets for our canines, a pet food recall and much more.